Plane crash horror as aircraft ploughs into field killing pilot and passenger

AN aircraft has crashed in a small village this morning, leaving two people dead.

The horror smash occurred shortly before 10am near Thorganby, Yorkshire.

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An aircraft has crashed close to a small Yorkshire villageCredit: © YappApp
Nearby roads have been sealed off

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Nearby roads have been sealed offCredit: © YappApp

Police, ambulance crews and fire engines are on the scene.

An air ambulance was seen leaving the scene shortly after 11am, with members of the coastguard also spotted.

Police confirmed that two people, both men in their 20s, sadly died on impact.

Yorkshire Ambulance Service said that “a number of resources” had been deployed to the area this morning.

North Yorkshire Police said: “We were called to an incident involving a light aircraft at a rural location in Thorganby, Selby at around 9.50am today.


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“A two-seater light aeroplane with two occupants had crashed in a field.

“Sadly, two men in their 20s believed to be the pilot and passenger have been pronounced dead.

“Their next of kin have been told and formal identification processes are currently under way. No further injuries have been reported.

“We are currently working with the Air Accident Investigation Branch to launch a full investigation into the circumstances.

“Some road closures remain in place while emergency services continue to deal with the incident.”

Two people have been confirmed dead

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Two people have been confirmed deadCredit: PA
Ambulance and fire crews are on the scene

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Ambulance and fire crews are on the sceneCredit: © YappApp