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Three people have died after a light plane crashed at Shellharbour Airport in New South Wales on Saturday 11 Oct 2025 morning. The Piper PA-32R-300 Cherokee Lance , registered VH-JVA , took off from runway 26 just before 10 a.m. Witnesses said the aircraft turned left shortly after takeoff before crashing near the threshold of runway 34 and bursting into flames. Emergency crews rushed to the scene but were unable to save the three people on board. The aircraft, owned by Connors Building Pty Limited , was destroyed in the fire The plane was on a private flight to Bathurst-Raglan Airport . Investigators from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) have been notified and are gathering information. At this stage, details are limited, and the cause of the crash remains unknown.  Social Media #AccidenteAéreo mortal de #PiperCherokee #PA32R 300 Lance (VH-JVA) de "Connors Building Pty Limited" al impactar contra umbral de pista 34 del Aeropuerto de #Shellharbour (W...

A single-engine Cessna 172F Skyhawk , registration N8219U , crashed while approaching Goheen Airport (W52) near Battle Ground, Washington , on Friday, September 26, 2025 , around 1:06 p.m. local time. The privately owned aircraft was destroyed, and the pilot, the sole occupant, did not survive. The flight originated from Kelso-Longview Airport (KLS) and was En route to Goheen Airport, a small private-use airstrip. The accident occurred during the approach phase, a critical portion of flight. Emergency responders confirmed there were no injuries to people on the ground. Weather at the time reported calm winds, clear skies, and good visibility. Conditions were favorable for flight, with no immediate meteorological hazards indicated. While preliminary details point to a loss of control or mechanical issue during approach, the cause has not been determined. Analysis Approach and landing remain high-risk phases of flight, even in clear weather. The Cessna 172F, a 1964 model , is a dur...

Mosby, Missouri – A privately owned Cessna 340A (N888MT) crashed during approach to runway 18 at Midwest National Air Center Airport (KGPH) on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, resulting in two fatalities. The twin-engine aircraft, manufactured in 1979 and configured with a RAM VI conversion, was on a flight from Fayette, Missouri (FYG) to Mosby (KGPH) when the accident occurred. Sequence of Events At approximately 11:58 local time, the Cessna was executing a left base to final turn for runway 18. Witness reports and ADS-B tracking indicate the aircraft descended rapidly before impacting terrain just short of the runway threshold. The aircraft came to rest upright but was immediately consumed by a post-impact fire. Both the pilot and passenger perished at the scene. Weather Conditions Weather data from KGPH around the time of the crash showed clear skies, visibility of 10 miles, and light winds from 230° at 5 knots. Temperature was 25°C, with a density altitude of approximately 1,838 ft—con...

Date : August 7, 2025 Location : Mwihoko, Githurai 45 area, Kiambu County, Kenya Aircraft Type : Cessna 560XL Citation XLS Registration : 5Y-FDM Operator : African Medical and Research Foundation (AMREF) Fatalities : 4 onboard, 2 on the ground Flight Type : Air Ambulance Flight Route : Nairobi-Wilson Airport (HKNW) to Hargeisa Airport (HGA) Accident Category : Fatal Accident (En Route Phase) On the afternoon of Thursday, August 7, 2025, a Cessna 560XL Citation XLS operated by AMREF crashed in a residential area of Mwihoko, near Githurai 45 in Kiambu County, shortly after takeoff from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. The aircraft, registered as 5Y-FDM, had departed at approximately 14:12 local time on a medevac flight to Hargeisa, Somalia. Approximately five minutes into the flight, the aircraft entered a steep and sudden descent, crashing into a populated neighborhood approximately 22 kilometers northeast of the airport. All four occupants onboard—the pilot, co-pilot, medical personnel—were k...

Nampa, Idaho – July 27, 2025 — A Mooney M20J single-engine aircraft crashed into a residential area just west of Nampa Municipal Airport shortly after takeoff Sunday evening, killing all three people onboard. The flight lasted less than one minute. The aircraft, tail number N5764H , was registered to Sleeptytime PLLC , a private operator based in Eagle, Idaho. It departed from Runway 29 at approximately 5:41 p.m. local time and reached an altitude of roughly 200 feet above ground level before executing a sharp 180-degree turn. Moments later, the plane lost control and crashed into an unoccupied structure near North Venice Street. Emergency responders were dispatched within minutes of the crash, which was reported by multiple eyewitnesses who saw the aircraft descending rapidly and emitting smoke. The impact destroyed the aircraft and set off a brief fire. No one on the ground was hurt. Local authorities, including Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling, expressed condolences to the victims’ familie...

Ahmedabad, India – Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 13:40 LT Tragedy struck in Ahmedabad today when Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD). The flight was En route to London-Gatwick Airport (LGW). According to early reports, 241 of the 242 people onboard are feared dead, with one survivor critically injured. The crash also claimed the lives of at least five people on the ground, bringing the total fatality count to 246. The aircraft, registered VT-ANB, took off from runway 23 and remained airborne for approximately 30 seconds. Eyewitnesses and videos reveal that after climbing for about 12 seconds, the aircraft began losing altitude. The landing gear was still extended during descent. The main landing gear struck the top floor of a doctor’s hostel, reportedly housing a restaurant. The tail section separated upon impact, and the fuselage continued forward before bursting into flames and crashing...

Date : Friday, 25 April 2025 Location : Off Hua Hin Airport (HHQ/VTPH), Cha-am, Phetchaburi, Thailand Aircraft : Viking DHC-6-400 Twin Otter Operator : Royal Thai Police Wing Registration : 36964 Tragedy struck Friday morning when a Royal Thai Police Twin Otter aircraft crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Hua Hin Airport. The aircraft, conducting a test flight, carried six personnel — three pilots, two mechanics, and one engineer — all of whom lost their lives in the accident. The aircraft reportedly experienced an engine failure on the right side (no.2 engine) during initial climb, leading to a loss of control. Eyewitnesses and preliminary reports suggest the aircraft spun nose-down and broke apart upon impact with the sea. The aircraft, registered as RTP964 and manufactured in 2017, was completely destroyed. It was powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-34 engines. Weather conditions at the time were reported to be calm with good visibility, indicating that mechan...

Date : Saturday, April 12, 2025 Location : Near Copake, Columbia County, New York Aircraft : Mitsubishi MU-2B-40 Solitaire Registration : N635TA Operator : Dynamic Spine Solutions LLC A Mitsubishi MU-2B-40 Solitaire aircraft crashed near Copake, New York, on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the tragic loss of all six people on board. The aircraft was En route from White Plains–Westchester County Airport (KHPN) in New York to Norwood Memorial Airport (KOWD) in Massachusetts when the incident occurred. Initial reports suggest the pilot was attempting to divert to Columbia County Airport (1B1) near Hudson, NY, shortly before the crash. The aircraft was completely destroyed upon impact. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene after reports of a downed plane around 12:05 PM local time. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initially stated there were two occupants aboard, but later confirmed that six individuals were on the aircraft. The Mitsubishi MU-2B-40 Solitaire, a twin-e...

Aviation accidents, though rare, leave a lasting impact on the industry and the people involved. Here, we highlight the top 10 aviation disasters based on fatalities, as recorded in last five years (2019 - 2024).

Mesquite, Texas — A Cessna 525A Citation CJ2+ jet crashed shortly after takeoff from Mesquite Metro Airport on Thursday morning, resulting in the death of the sole pilot on board. The aircraft departed runway 18 at approximately 7:33 a.m. local time. After lifting off, it executed a right turn and climbed to about 950 feet before entering a rapid descent. The final recorded data indicated a groundspeed of 196 knots with a descent rate of 2,750 feet per minute. The crash occurred in a wooded area near East Cartwright and Lawson roads, about a mile from the airport. Emergency responders extinguished small fires at the scene. No structures were damaged, and there were no other injuries reported.  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident.  Weather conditions at the time were clear with 10 miles visibility and light winds from the south. The pilot's identity has not been released pending notificati...

On February 17, 2025, Delta Air Lines Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, crash-landed at Toronto Pearson International Airport amid challenging weather conditions. The Bombardier CRJ-900LR aircraft, tail number N932XJ, had departed from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and was attempting to land in Toronto when the incident occurred. Upon landing, the plane flipped upside down on the runway. All 80 passengers and crew members were evacuated, with at least eight individuals sustaining injuries; one is reported to be in critical condition.  The crash coincided with a significant winter storm that had recently impacted the Toronto area, depositing nearly nine inches of snow and necessitating extensive runway clearance operations.  Meteorological data from the time of the incident indicates that conditions included blowing snow, broken clouds at 3,800 feet, and westerly winds at 27 knots, gusting up to 35 knots.  The aircraft involved was a 15.6-year-old Bomba...

Scottsdale, AZ – February 10, 2025 – A Learjet 35A, registered as N81VN and operated by Chromed in Hollywood Inc., was involved in an accident at Scottsdale Airport (SCF) at approximately 14:38 local time. The aircraft veered off the left side of the runway after landing on runway 21, striking a parked Gulfstream 200 (N199DF). The crash resulted in one fatality, while three other occupants sustained injuries of varying severity. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is currently investigating the incident, though preliminary reports suggest that the aircraft’s front landing gear collapsed upon touchdown. Video footage from the scene appears to confirm this claim, though an official determination has yet to be made. According to airport officials, the pilot of the Learjet succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash. Two other passengers were reported to have serious injuries, while a fourth occupant suffered moderate injuries. No casualties were reported on the ground or abo...

La Yesca, Nayarit, Mexico – January 15, 2025 A tragic aviation accident occurred in the municipality of La Yesca, Nayarit, on Wednesday afternoon, when a privately owned Cessna P206A Super Skylane, registered XB-RNC, crashed shortly after takeoff. All six individuals aboard, including two pilots and four passengers, lost their lives in the incident. The aircraft, a 1966 model with the serial number P206-0216, departed from the Puente de Camotlán Airstrip, bound for Guadalajara-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL). Eyewitnesses reported that the plane crashed just minutes after taking off. The cause of the accident remains under investigation, and details about the circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been confirmed. The small aircraft was completely destroyed upon impact. Local emergency responders were dispatched to the crash site, but there were no survivors. Fortunately, no fatalities or injuries were reported on the ground. The crash has prompted inq...

A tragic plane crash near Fullerton Municipal Airport on Thursday afternoon resulted in the deaths of two onboard and injuries to 19 people in a commercial warehouse. Incident Details At approximately 2:09 p.m. on January 2, 2025, a Van’s RV-10 aircraft crashed into a warehouse located in the 2300 block of Raymer Avenue, just half a mile from Fullerton Municipal Airport (FUL/KFUL). The crash occurred moments after the aircraft took off, with the pilot attempting an emergency return to the airport due to unspecified issues. The impact caused a massive fireball, captured by security cameras, with thick smoke and bright orange flames engulfing the crash site. Emergency services responded quickly, evacuating over 100 people from the building and establishing a triage area nearby. Casualties and Injuries Both occupants of the aircraft, whose identities remain undisclosed, were killed in the crash. On the ground, 19 individuals sustained injuries, with 11 in serious condition and 8 treated f...