A Clayton man was killed in a plane crash in Northern Idaho on July 5.
Dave Sorensen was killed along with seven others in a two-plane collision over Lake Coeur d’Alene.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Funeral services have not been announced.
So very, very sad. God bless him and everyone else who lost their lives.
David was a very kind and generous man. I am in shock. Much love, prayers and condolences to his family.
That is so sad. His name is very familiar. Prayers for his loved ones and dear friends.
This is simply tragic news, a real tragedy and loss to so many. Dave was such a giving and energetic man, a supportive father and teacher of youth, a helping hand for much good. He is already missed in the lives of those who loved and were dear to him.
Dave owns (or owned…. maybe had retired by now) Navajo Aviation based at Buchanan Field.
Dave was my neighbor. He was a good person and always willing to help others. He was an amazing Dad who lived for his children. My prayers go out to his kids and family during this difficult time.
I used to fly out of Navajo Aviation back in the late 70s, early 80s. I remember at the time it was owned by Ron Sorensen, who had bought the FBO in 1977. He passed away in 2003. Ron’s widow lived in Clayton until she passed in 2009. Maybe you’re remembering Ron? Were they related?
Avatrix, you are correct! It was Ron who owned Navajo.
(My younger daughter, who had her first aviation-related job working for them, corrected me in a text message this morning. Ron died when you said, and his wife Charlene shortly thereafter. I don’t know whether they had a son, though.)
“Long ago” when our children were off on their own, my husband and I would sometimes rent a plane and go for a spin up to Napa or to the field at Nut Tree Restaurant…which used to be a grand place with aviation-related things for sale and delicious food.
Eight people died in a preventable accident. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. I always hoped when they came to a conclusion on aircraft accidents it would make the news. We had a guy in Central Cal that went in propeller first a month or two ago. I really want to know how these things happen. I think it would be a good thing for other pilots to know what not to do. In Idaho two pilots didn’t clear their airspace. In spite of the odds you have to do it.
Ricardoh – If you “really want to know how these things happen”, study up on learning to fly and Part 91 of Federal Air Regulations. Also, realize that pilots are people and can momentarily experience a lapse in judgement. Have you ever made a mistake while driving your car?
As an aside, in any other year than “covid”, an airport in that area would have been preparing to host the largest gathering of pilots and aircraft in the country, a virtual Mecca in the aviation world. “AirVenture” was originally scheduled to begin July 20.
Aren’t all accidents are Preventable?
Kirk I was a pp with glider rating at 21. I made a mistake driving once when I was 16 but nothing serious.
Sorry but reading FARs will not explain going into the ground propeller first, or two pilots not checking the space around them.. All I would like is for reports on these strange crashes to be reported when a conclusion is made. I think it would be good especially for pps to read these reports just to keep awake. Don’t take things for granite.
Sideline for the most part yes. That is why reasons for accidents should be published. To be learning experiences.
Let’s not begin a spirited debate on this thread. The point here is the tragic and unexpected loss of one of our own. Can we take a minute to have empathy for the families and their devastation. ❤️
Made a comment not a debate. Truly sorry for all of you who lost a family member or a friend. However seven other people died. I believe some of them children.
Point taken.
Yes let us be mindful there has been an awful plane accident and it is very upsetting to many people who knew this man and the others in the plane. Prayers.
http://www.ntsb.gov publishes reports for public access. Usually it takes 12 months. Recently the Kobe Bryant accident was available as a preliminary report after only 6 months. They are always an interesting read for aviators and the curious.
Dave Sorensen was a sweetheart. He was so great in helping lead my young men in making good life decisions. He had a heart of gold and a smile that melted the hardest of hearts.
He will be missed by the M & M family terribly.