2002 Tampa plane crash, Plane crash site in Tampa, Florida
A Cessna 172 aircraft collided with the Bank of America Tower in Tampa.
The incident occurred on January 5, 2002, and was a suicide attack.
It led to national discourse on aviation security and minors piloting aircraft.
No changes were made to FAA policy regarding private pilot age requirements following the crash.
The young pilot left a note expressing support for Osama bin Laden.
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