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PHILADELPHIA - A small plane crash occurred in Northeast Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon.
Emergency landing in a field near Fluehr Park
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Small plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia
Medics and other first responders are at the scene of a small plane crash that occurred in Northeast Philly Wednesday afternoon.
What we know:
The crash happened Wednesday just before 4:00 p.m. in the area of Grant and Torresdale Avenues.
The Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management said the plane made an emergency landing in a field near Fluehr Park.
What they're saying:
"Unfortunately, a Piper Pilot 100i training aircraft experienced an engine power loss over the Delaware River this afternoon," said Alex Souponetsky, general manager at Fly Legacy Aviation, in a statement to FOX 29.
"We are so grateful both individuals are safe and stable as they receive treatment at a local hospital," said Souponetsky.
SKYFOX was live over the scene as medics removed at least two people from the crash site.
Residents and motorists were urged to avoid the area due to the heavy presence of first responders.
Councilmember Mike Driscoll issued the following statement regarding the plane crash:
"We appreciate the fast response from our firefighters, police officers, EMS workers, and all first responders who acted quickly to secure the scene in Fluehr Park this afternoon. While we await confirmation on the severity of the injuries, we are keeping the two individuals and their loved ones in our thoughts. We are hopeful for a full and speedy recovery. Our office is in touch with emergency personnel and will keep an eye on the situation as we receive more information. We are thinking of everyone involved and value the professionalism of the crews on the ground."
Dig deeper:
The plane, a Piper PA-28 with registration number N494LA, took off in Northeast Philadelphia around 3:00 p.m. and crashed south of Northeast Philadelphia Airport around 3:30 p.m., according to the FAA and Flight Aware.
Fly Legacy Aviation, a local flight school, confirmed the plane was being used for training and said the instructor and student pilot were able to land the plane without causing injuries to others.
The plane struck a tree during the landing.
The FAA will post a preliminary accident report, and Fly Legacy Aviation said the cause of the engine power loss is under intense investigation.
What we don't know:
Authorities have not released the names or conditions of the two people on board.
The exact cause of the engine power loss is still under investigation, and further updates are expected from the FAA and NTSB.
The Source: The Source: Information from the FAA, Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management, Fly Legacy Aviation, and SKYFOX.