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No injuries reported after plane crashes at North Little Rock Municipal Airport
North Little Rock emergency crews responded to a reported plane crash at the North Little Rock Municipal Airport on Thursday afternoon, according to officials with the North Little Rock Fire Department (NLRFD).
The call regarding the incident was received at approximately 4:10 p.m., prompting a swift response from fire and emergency personnel to the airport grounds.
According to NLRFD, two individuals were on board the aircraft at the time of the crash.
Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, and both occupants were safely accounted for at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding the type of aircraft involved or the circumstances leading up to the crash.
The cause of the incident remains under investigation, and federal aviation authorities are expected to review the case further.
As of now, there are no disruptions to surrounding areas, but officials are urging the public to avoid the airport vicinity while crews continue their on-site assessment.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
Clark County, WA – Authorities are investigating a helicopter crash that occurred Monday evening in the Amboy area of Clark County.
The Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) received reports of the incident at approximately 6:09 p.m., with the crash site located near 449th Street and NE Yale Bridge Road.
Emergency personnel from Fire District 10 responded quickly to the scene.
Upon arrival, crews confirmed that the helicopter’s two occupants had successfully exited the aircraft without injury.
Despite the fortunate outcome, firefighters identified a significant fuel leak originating from the wreckage.
Out of an abundance of caution and to mitigate environmental risks, the Washington State Department of Ecology was notified and is now involved in managing the fuel spill.
Both the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have been informed of the incident and will be conducting a full investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
Deputies with the CCSO remain on scene to secure the area and will maintain control until it is officially turned over to federal investigators.
At this time, no additional information has been released.
Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.