Pilot killed in Tattnall County plane crash; FAA, NTSB investigating

TATTNALL COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Emergency crews responded Wednesday evening to the scene of a reported airplane crash in Tattnall County.

According to the Tattnall County Sheriff’s Office, Tattnall County 911 received a report of an airplane crash at approximately 5:59 p.m. on Highway 144 west of Glennville in the Tyson community.

Tattnall County Fire Rescue, Tattnall County EMS, the Tattnall County Emergency Management Agency, the Tattnall County Sheriff’s Office and the Glennville Fire Department responded to the scene.

The Tattnall County Coroner later confirmed to WTOC that the crash was fatal. The pilot, identified as Tony Zorn of Lyons, Georgia, died in the crash. Authorities said he was the only one on board and that his family has been notified.

The investigation has been turned over to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.