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Emergency landing ends in tragedy as plane crashes on New Mexico golf course

A small plane crashed during an emergency landing at an Albuquerque golf course Friday, leaving one dead and another in critical condition.

U.S. NewsBy Sarah MitchellMarch 7, 20262 min read

Last updated: March 19, 2026, 12:16 AM

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Emergency landing ends in tragedy as plane crashes on New Mexico golf course

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One person is dead and another remains in critical condition after a small plane crashed Friday morning on the Los Altos Golf Course in Albuquerque, New Mexico, while attempting to make an emergency landing, state police said.

New Mexico State Police and Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to the crash just before 11:40 a.m. and found two people stuck inside the aircraft.

The plane was not on fire but had "significant damage," according to the fire department.

A small plane crashed at the Los Altos Golf Course Friday in Albuquerque, N.M. (KRQE)

Both of the passengers were taken to a hospital, where one person was pronounced dead, according to police.

The second person remains in critical condition.

Firefighters arrive to a fatal plane crash Friday in Albuquerque, N.M. (Abuquerque Fire Rescue via Facebook)

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed the plane was a Columbia 400.

New Mexico State Police said the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) responded to assist with the investigation.

Firefighters respond to a fatal plane crash in Albuquerque, N.M. (Albuquerque Fire Rescue via Facebook)

The NTSB confirmed it will also investigate the crash.

The FAA did not immediately respond to inquiries from Fox News Digital.

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She has covered major national crises, including the L.A. wildfires, Potomac and Hudson River aviation disasters, Boulder terror attack, and Texas Hill Country floods.

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Sarah Mitchell reports on American communities, social trends, and national stories shaping the country. A graduate of Columbia Journalism School, she has reported from all 50 states on issues ranging from education policy to immigration reform. Her feature writing has been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists.

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