Natalie Gillis of Calgary, the sole victim of a plane crash in Upstate New York on Monday, is being remembered by her family and friends as an adventurer with an independent and compassionate spirit.

Gillis, 34, was piloting a twin-engine Piper PA-31 when it crashed shortly after takeoff from Albany International Airport. Gillis was en route to Montreal when she experienced engine trouble.

Gillis, 34, an acclaimed adventurer and photographer, died Monday following a plane crash in Upstate New York{ai:summary}<p>Calgary native Natalie Gillis, known for her adventurous spirit, tragically perished in a plane crash in Upstate New York. The 34-year-old pilot encountered engine failure en route to Montreal from Albany International Airport. #tragedy #outdoors</p>

Calgary pilot, 34, identified as sole victim of plane crash near New York

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