Investigation into Virginia Jet Crash Focuses on Oxygen Deprivation and Experienced Pilot's Reputation as 'Mr. Safety'
Jeff Hefner, the pilot of the private Cessna jet that crashed in rural Virginia, killing four, was known as "Mr. Safety" due to his diligence and focus on aviation safety. Hefner had over 40 years of experience flying and was a retired Southwest Airlines captain. The cause of the crash is believed to be a loss of pressurization, resulting in Hefner and his passengers suffering hypoxia and losing consciousness. The NTSB is investigating the incident, but a full report is unlikely to come out until at least a year.