Dramatic Private Plane Crash Shuts Down Historic Duxford Airfield
A private plane has crashed at the famous Imperial War Museum (IWM) Duxford airfield in Cambridgeshire, sparking a rapid emergency response and forcing the site to close for the afternoon.
Loud Bang Shakes Airfield as Plane Goes Down
The crash happened just after 1.40pm, when eyewitnesses reported hearing a “loud bang” but no flames. The private aircraft took off normally before suddenly veering towards the control tower. It then smashed down after one wing clipped the ground.
Emergency Crews Rush to Scene
IWM Duxford confirmed the crash involved a private plane. Firefighters and rescue helicopters were quickly dispatched to the airfield. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service revealed multiple crews responded to secure the scene, though some have since returned to base.
AAIB Launches Full Investigation
The Air Accident Investigations Branch (AAIB) has sent a team of inspectors to probe the crash. Officials say a thorough investigation is underway to determine what caused the sudden disaster.
Further details on the crash’s cause and any injuries are expected in the coming days as experts examine the wreckage.
