Brooklyn Park, Minnesota – Shortly after noon on Saturday, a SOCATA TBM7 single-engine business aircraft crashed near the intersection of 109th Avenue North and Noble Parkway in Brooklyn Park. The plane had departed from Des Moines International Airport in Iowa and was headed for Anoka County-Blaine Airport in Minneapolis, according to officials from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Both the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will be conducting an investigation into the crash, with the NTSB leading the efforts.
Upon arrival at the scene, FOX 9 reporters observed a house on fire, prompting immediate evacuation efforts by first responders. Fortunately, officials confirmed that no individuals inside the house sustained injuries as a result of the crash. However, details regarding the cause of the crash and any injuries suffered by those onboard have not yet been publicly disclosed by FAA officials.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz expressed gratitude for the swift response of the first responders in Brooklyn Park, emphasizing the importance of closely monitoring the situation as it unfolds. As developments continue to emerge, updates on the incident will be provided as additional information becomes available.
Although the exact number of individuals onboard the aircraft remains unknown, efforts are underway to gather more information from authorities at the scene. FOX 9’s on-site crew is actively involved in collecting relevant details and visuals to provide comprehensive coverage of the ongoing situation. As the investigation progresses, more insight into the circumstances surrounding the crash is expected to be revealed.