Steve Fossett Plane

A plane wreckage discovered near Mammoth Lakes, California, in a wooded area of the Sierra Nevada Mountains belongs to the missing and declared dead Steve Fossett, according to reports.Associated Press: Sheriff: Search teams find Fossett wreckage (October 2, 2008) A search perimeter was set after a local hiker found several identification cards, a clothing item and cash, reportedly authentic, in the area, eventually leading to the discovery.FOXNews: NTSB: Plane Wreckage Found... (October 2, 2008)

The findings may put an end to conspiracy theories suggesting Fossett faked his death in order to avoid paying his debts. Peggy Fossett, the adventurer's widow, said she hopes her husband's remains will be located.Times Online: Fossett death: conspiracy theorists... (October 2, 2008)