Multiple fatalities in plane crash at First Flight Airport
- A single-engine plane crashed in a wooded area at Wright Brothers National Memorial’s First Flight Airport on Saturday afternoon.
- The aircraft caught fire after the crash, and local fire departments responded to extinguish the flames.
- The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, and the airport will remain closed until further notice.
On Saturday afternoon, a tragic incident occurred at Wright Brothers National Memorial’s First Flight Airport in Manteo, North Carolina, when a single-engine plane crashed in a wooded area around 5 p.m. Eyewitnesses reported that the aircraft was attempting to land when it went down. Following the crash, the plane caught fire, prompting a response from the Kill Devil Hills Fire Department and other local fire services, who worked to extinguish the flames. The National Park Service confirmed that multiple fatalities resulted from the crash, although specific details regarding the number of victims have not been disclosed. In the aftermath of the incident, the airport has been closed indefinitely, and the National Transportation Safety Board has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Additionally, the Federal Aviation Administration has been notified of the situation. The Wright Brothers National Memorial will also remain closed on Sunday as authorities continue to assess the scene and gather information.