Son's grieving father reveals speculations about why his son ascended into an aircraft's engine
In a shocking incident that has left the community in mourning, 30-year-old Kyler Efinger lost his life on New Year's Day, 2024. The tragic event unfolded at the Salt Lake City Airport, where Efinger was found unconscious behind the cowling, the removable cover over a plane engine.
Efinger had missed his flight and breached airport security, managing to escape through an emergency exit door. Security footage showed him on the runway, wearing only his socks, moments before the incident.
The incident occurred on a commercial flight bound for San Francisco, with Efinger's destination being Denver, Colorado, where he intended to visit his sick grandfather. Unfortunately, before the Delta Airlines plane could take off, Efinger was discovered behind the plane's engine.
Local and federal officials have launched a death investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding Efinger's passing. Mental health issues are believed to be the main cause of his actions, as it was reported that he was experiencing a manic episode on the night of the incident.
Despite the efforts of the fire department and Salt Lake City police, who attempted to revive Efinger with CPR and naloxone, their attempts proved unsuccessful. Efinger was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.
Efinger's personal items, including his clothing and shoes, were found on the runway. The cause of Efinger's death has not yet been released.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and the need for robust airport security measures. Our thoughts are with Kyler Efinger's family and friends during this difficult time.
