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Two Dead After Plane Crashes Into Hangar at Australia Airport

Two people were killed when a plane crashed into a hangar at Parafield Airport in Adelaide. Eleven others were hospitalized, including one with life-threatening injuries. The crash caused a massive fire and thick black smoke, prompting authorities to advise staying indoors. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has launched an investigation into the incident involving a Diamond DA42 aircraft.

Key Points: Plane Crash at Australia Airport: 2 Dead, Several Injured

  • Two people killed in plane crash into hangar at Parafield Airport
  • 11 hospitalized with injuries, one life-threatening
  • Thick black smoke prompts advisory to stay indoors
  • Australian Transport Safety Bureau investigating the crash
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Two killed as plane crashes into hangar at Australia airport; several hospitalised

Two killed as plane crashes into hangar at Parafield Airport in Adelaide. 11 hospitalized, fire contained. Australian Transport Safety Bureau investigates.

"Shortly after take-off, the plane has tragically crashed into hangar 54 at the airport. - Chief Inspector Andrew McCracken"

Canberra, April 29

Two people were killed after a plane crashed into a hangar as it was trying to land in Parafield Airport in Adelaide in South Australia, causing a massive fire, local media reported.

A pilot and their passenger were reportedly killed, while 11 others have been taken to the hospital with injuries, according to 7News, a local Australian media outlet.

"The immediate area has been evacuated as emergency services deal with the incident," police said in a statement.

Police said another person had suffered life-threatening injuries and had been taken to hospital, while two others had serious injuries, one had minor injuries and six people had smoke inhalation.

"Shortly after take-off, [the plane] has tragically crashed into hangar 54 at the airport," Chief Inspector Andrew McCracken said as cited by ABC News.

"Upon collision, that has obviously [caused] significant injuries and fire and damage."

Thick black smoke from the hangar has spread across the nearby area and the Metropolitan Fire Service has advised people to stay indoors.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has started an investigation into the crash, which it said involved a twin-engined Diamond DA42 aircraft.

- ANI

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Kavya N
This is horrifying. A twin-engine plane like a Diamond DA42 crashing into a hangar full of people is a nightmare scenario. Eleven hospitalised, six with smoke inhalation... the fire must have been immense. Praying for everyone involved. 🙏 Aviation safety is paramount, hope Australia's ATSB does a thorough job.
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Rohit P
Tragic incident. But let's also appreciate the quick response of emergency services – evacuating the area and getting the injured to hospital. These things happen despite best safety measures. Hope the families get support and the investigation brings closure. 🇮🇳🇦🇺
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Siddharth J
Our aviation authorities should take note. Even a General Aviation accident like this can cause massive damage. The fact that it crashed into a hangar with people inside is a reminder of how quickly things can go wrong. Condolences to the families. Stay safe, everyone.
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Priya S
Such a senseless tragedy. Two lives lost and so many injured in what was supposed to be a routine landing. My heart goes out to the pilot and passenger who died, and to everyone affected. Hoping the injured recover fully. 😔
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Sarah B
Awful news. I live near a small airport and this kind of thing is every local's nightmare. The smoke must have been terrifying. Being told to stay indoors is no joke. Thoughts with everyone in Adelaide today. 🇦🇺
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