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20/04/2018
Two Dead In Light Aircraft Crash
Two people have died after their light aircraft crashed and caught fire in Co Antrim.
The incident happened near Nutts Corner just before 12.30pm on Thursday, 19 April.
The crash site will be cordoned off for "some time", according to the PSNI.
DUP MP Paul Girvan said: "I am deeply saddened at reports that two people have lost their lives in the crash of a small plane outside Loanends this afternoon. My thoughts, prayers and deep condolences go out the family of those involved in the crash.
"I am very much shocked that this has happened considering the very high safety standards that are involved in air travel. At this point the causes of the crash are unknown and an investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch will be carried out.
"I would encourage the public not to visit the area as they may disturb the scene where evidence is being collected. It is of the utmost importance that the AAIB be given every opportunity to carry out their investigation."
Sinn Féin South Antrim MLA, Declan Kearney, said: "I am saddened to hear that two lives have been lost in the light aircraft crash at Nutts Corner.
"Whatever the cause of the crash, it is appears that those on board tried their best to land the aircraft safely, and away from populated areas.
"Whilst this succeeded in avoiding wide scale casualties, a safe landing regrettably proved impossible and those on board were tragically killed in the subsequent crash.
"I want to extend my sincere condolences to the families of those killed, and also commend those local people for their quick response and their efforts to assist in such harrowing circumstances."
(CD/LM)
The incident happened near Nutts Corner just before 12.30pm on Thursday, 19 April.
The crash site will be cordoned off for "some time", according to the PSNI.
DUP MP Paul Girvan said: "I am deeply saddened at reports that two people have lost their lives in the crash of a small plane outside Loanends this afternoon. My thoughts, prayers and deep condolences go out the family of those involved in the crash.
"I am very much shocked that this has happened considering the very high safety standards that are involved in air travel. At this point the causes of the crash are unknown and an investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch will be carried out.
"I would encourage the public not to visit the area as they may disturb the scene where evidence is being collected. It is of the utmost importance that the AAIB be given every opportunity to carry out their investigation."
Sinn Féin South Antrim MLA, Declan Kearney, said: "I am saddened to hear that two lives have been lost in the light aircraft crash at Nutts Corner.
"Whatever the cause of the crash, it is appears that those on board tried their best to land the aircraft safely, and away from populated areas.
"Whilst this succeeded in avoiding wide scale casualties, a safe landing regrettably proved impossible and those on board were tragically killed in the subsequent crash.
"I want to extend my sincere condolences to the families of those killed, and also commend those local people for their quick response and their efforts to assist in such harrowing circumstances."
(CD/LM)
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