A puppy named Whiskey survived a plane crash in Upstate New York that tragically claimed the life of the pilot, Seuk Kim, and another dog on board. The incident occurred on a Sunday evening around 6:10 PM. Kim, a dedicated dog rescuer, was flying the animals to a no-kill shelter in Albany from high-euthanasia facilities in the South.

In addition to Whiskey, another dog named Pluto was saved despite being initially thought to be dead. Pluto suffered some bruising but is expected to recover fully. Whiskey was found with two broken hind legs and is currently receiving treatment at Pieper Memorial Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Connecticut. Veterinarians have said they are optimistic about his recovery and have scheduled surgeries for his injuries.

Kim’s family mourns the loss, remembering him as a passionate advocate for animal rescue. As a licensed pilot, he had dedicated his time to flying dogs for adoption, having completed many successful missions prior to this devastating accident. His family members expressed their heartache on social media, urging others to appreciate their loved ones more deeply in light of this tragedy. Donations to assist with Whiskey and Pluto’s veterinary care have been encouraged by the shelter staff.

As an active part of the animal rescue community, Kim’s loss is felt profoundly, and many have come forward to acknowledge his tremendous commitment to saving animals’ lives. The NTSB is currently investigating the crash, which occurred under clear sky conditions, with no adverse weather reported at the time.