Two people died after a light aircraft crashed in a field near Ongar, Essex on Tuesday afternoon. Police responded to the incident, which involved a two-seat Cessna plane that came down off Mill Lane at approximately 12:30 BST.
The individuals on board have not yet been formally identified, but both were confirmed dead at the scene according to reports. The aircraft was reportedly undertaking a 'short flight experience' when it crashed.
GB News reported the incident as a crash into a field while on a ‘short flight experience’ and included an image of North Weald Airfield. Sky News also noted the plane was engaged in a “short flight experience” at the time of the crash, citing police statements.
The BBC reported that the two-seat Cessna came down off Mill Lane in High Ongar at about 12:30 BST on Tuesday. The Independent stated simply that the two people on board both died.
No further details regarding the cause of the crash have been released by authorities at this time. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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