Galaxy Airlines Flight 203 was a scheduled flight operated by Galaxy Airlines, a small passenger airline. The flight took off from Reno–Tahoe International Airport bound for San Diego, California. Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft experienced a failure in one of its two engines. Initial investigations indicated that this failure may have been linked to ice formation on the wings, which affected the plane's lift capabilities. Witnesses from the surrounding area observed the plane banking and losing altitude. A significant number reported hearing a loud noise before the aircraft crashed into a nearby field. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but tragically all 70 individuals on board, including passengers and crew, perished in the accident. This event raised questions about the safety protocols in place for small airlines and led to an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). They conducted a thorough examination of the aircraft, pilot training, maintenance records, and weather conditions at the time of the flight. The NTSB's findings highlighted crucial areas of improvement in safety regulations for regional airlines, particularly regarding operating in adverse weather conditions. In the years following the crash, the guidelines for pilot training and maintenance checks were revised to enhance safety measures, aiming to prevent similar incidents in the future.