Sheriff's Office releases name of pilot in fatal crash

Sheriff's Office releases name of pilot in fatal crash

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The pilot who lost his life during Thursday night's airplane crash near the Kinston Drag Strip has been identified by officials.

The deceased pilot is William James Brinkley, 52, of Biddle Road in Dover.

The crash, which occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, remains under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office would like to extend their thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Mr. Brinkley.

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