Florida Plane Carrying Nine People Crashes, Erupts in Massive Fireball Near Homes
Crash Near Palm Beach Homes
The aircraft went down near homes in Palm Beach County on Sunday. Video showed it plunging from the sky before hitting the ground, where it erupted in flames.
The crash created a large hole in the pavement, and fire rose near a roadside utility pole. Black smoke came from the impact site as people nearby reacted with shock.
Flight And Aircraft Details
The Bahamas-bound flight had taken off from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas. Jim Reynolds, a spokesperson for the airport, identified the plane as a private aircraft with tail number N722BD.
Reynolds said he could not yet provide information about those aboard. The report said at least nine people were dead.
Investigation Underway
Transportation Secretary Duffy called the incident a tragedy and asked people to keep victims’ families and loved ones in their thoughts. He said the FAA and U.S. Department of Transportation were monitoring the crash and would provide updates as they learned more.
Key points
- At least nine people died in the Palm Beach County crash.
- The flight was bound for the Bahamas from Austin, Texas.
- Investigators were traveling to the crash site.
- Officials had not determined the cause or whether people on the ground were hurt.