There is some controversy surrounding the death of John F. Kennedy Jr. Many conspiracy theories have emerged, suggesting that his death was not accidental and may have been the result of foul play. However, the official explanation is that his death was caused by a plane crash. In July 1999, Kennedy was piloting a small plane when it crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, killing him, his wife Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, and her sister Lauren Bessette. The National Transportation Safety Board concluded that Kennedy's lack of experience in instrument flying, coupled with the challenging conditions of the night and his failure to maintain control of the aircraft, led to the crash. Despite the official explanation, many people still question the circumstances surrounding his death.