Tragedy in the Skies: London Southend Airport Crash
A small plane crashed at London Southend Airport, cancelling all flights as emergency services responded. The incident involved a medical transport jet heading to the Netherlands. Eyewitness John Johnson described a dramatic crash shortly after take-off. Authorities are now investigating the incident.
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Emergency services rushed to London Southend Airport on Sunday following a small plane crash that forced the cancellation of all flights. Details regarding the plane's destination or passenger count remain undisclosed, but officials confirmed it was a serious incident involving a general aviation aircraft.
British media identified the plane as a Beechcraft B200 Super King Air, a medical transport jet en route to the Netherlands. Images surfaced online showing fire and smoke at the crash site. Witness John Johnson reported seeing a fireball after the plane inverted and crashed shortly after take-off.
Essex Police and emergency teams, including fire and ambulance services, arrived promptly. Local MP David Burton-Sampson called for the public to stay clear of the area while investigations are underway, offering his thoughts to those affected by the incident.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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