Pilot of small plane that crashed in Volusia County dies

Vincent Grasso, 78, passed away

Volusia County Sheriff's Office (WKMG 2021)

OAK HILL, Fla. – The pilot of a small, home-built airplane that crashed in Oak Hill two weeks ago has died.

The Volusia Sheriff’s Office announced the death of Vincent Grasso, 78, on Tuesday.

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The sheriff’s office said Grasso, of Palm Bay, was piloting the small plane on Jan. 31 when it crashed into a tree in a wooded area off Maytown Road.

Grasso was the only occupant on the plane. He was flown to an area hospital for treatment.

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The plane was described as an ultralight.

Detectives and the Federal Aviation Administration continue to investigate the crash.

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