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All 11 on seaplane that crashed, caught fire north of Seattle survive

  • A Kenmore Air seaplane crashed and caught fire near Sucia Island in the San Juan Islands — all 11 people aboard survived, though several were injured and one is in critical condition.
  • Coast Guard and local crews quickly rescued everyone from the chilly water; responders praised the pilot for a likely controlled water landing and several people were airlifted.
  • The NTSB is investigating (videos show the plane wobbling and a sharp 180° turn before impact) and Kenmore is cooperating as the aircraft is recovered.
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