CLEARWATER, Fla. — A tragic plane crash in Clearwater, Florida has left three people dead, according to fire officials. The incident occurred on Thursday night when a small plane crashed into a mobile home park south of Clearwater Mall, causing multiple mobile homes to catch on fire and one of them to be struck by the plane. This devastating crash resulted in the loss of three lives, including the pilot and two individuals on the ground, as reported by WFLA.
According to Clearwater Fire Chief Scott Ehlers, the plane crash claimed the lives of several individuals on board the aircraft and in the mobile home that was struck by the plane. In addition to the fatalities, one person sustained injuries believed to be secondary to the plane crash. The pilot had reportedly reported an engine failure prior to the crash, based on information from the Federal Aviation Administration.
The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration are handling the investigation into the crash. The FAA released a statement acknowledging that a single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza V35 crashed into a residential area in Clearwater, Florida, after the pilot reported an engine failure. The exact number of individuals on board the plane at the time of the crash is currently unknown. The NTSB will be leading the investigation and providing necessary updates as the inquiry progresses.
The tragic event has raised concerns and prompted a comprehensive investigation by safety authorities. The aftermath of the crash highlights the importance of ensuring the safety and security of aviation operations to prevent such devastating incidents in the future. As investigations continue, authorities will work to determine the cause of the crash and implement any necessary measures to prevent similar tragedies from occurring.