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Small plane crashes in Manheim Township, multiple injuries reported
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, PA – Emergency crews are responding to the scene of a small aircraft crash that occurred Sunday afternoon in Manheim Township, Pennsylvania.
According to authorities, the aircraft, identified as N347M, took off from Lancaster Airport at approximately 3:15 p.m. ET.
Shortly after takeoff, the plane experienced unknown issues and went down, crashing in the parking lot of the Brethren Village Retirement Community near Fairview Drive and Meadowview Court.
Emergency dispatch confirmed that the crash happened around 3:20 p.m., igniting multiple vehicles in the parking lot.
The cause of the crash has not yet been determined.
Authorities have reported multiple injuries, though the extent of those injuries has not been disclosed.
Staff and residents of the Brethren Village Retirement Community have been instructed to remain indoors while emergency crews secure the scene.
Due to the ongoing emergency response, Route 501 in the area has been closed to traffic.
The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and officials will provide further updates as more information becomes available.
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Small Plane Crashes in Manheim Township After Pilot Reports Open Door, ATC Issued Urgent “PULL UP” Warning
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, PA – A small aircraft crashed in Manheim Township, Lancaster County, on Sunday afternoon, leaving multiple people injured, authorities confirmed.
The Beechcraft Bonanza, identified as Aircraft N347M, took off from Lancaster Airport at approximately 3:15 p.m. ET.
Moments after departure, the pilot reported an open door and attempted to return to the airport. Air traffic control (ATC) issued an urgent “PULL UP” warning just before impact.
At approximately 3:20 p.m., the plane crashed in the parking lot of the Brethren Village Retirement Community, located near Fairview Drive and Meadowview Court. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that five people were on board at the time of the crash.
Emergency crews, including medics, firefighters, and law enforcement officers, arrived at the scene shortly after the crash.
Multiple injuries have been reported, but officials have yet to confirm the severity or whether there were any fatalities.
Several vehicles in the parking lot caught fire as a result of the crash. Staff at the Brethren Village Retirement Community were advised to remain indoors while emergency personnel worked to secure the area.
The FAA has launched an investigation into the cause of the crash. At this time, the circumstances leading to the aircraft’s rapid descent remain undetermined.
As a precaution, Route 501 in the vicinity has been closed to traffic. Authorities urge residents and commuters to avoid the area until further notice.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.