Pilot from Glen Rock, New Jersey identified as victim of Savannah plane crash

Brian Leftwich, a Savannah-based aircraft mechanic and owner of another CESSNA aircraft, believes the engine running out of fuel could be the cause of the crash.

A GoFundMe was organized to support the pilot’s family. The fundraiser organizer said Yusupov was a “devoted husband and loving father of four young children” and said he was “an exceptionally experienced pilot who flew around the world and shared his passion for aviation with everyone he met.” met”.

The funds will be used to help the family cover funeral costs and other support during these difficult times. As of Friday afternoon, the GoFundMe had raised over $11,000.