Authorities are investigating a plane crash in the parking lot of a shopping center in Texas. According to Plano Police, the pilot died in the event.
"On Nov 21st, 2023, at appx 6:00 pm, a small plane crashed near the intersection of W Park Blvd & Midway Rd. The pilot unfortunately lost their life in the tragic accident," wrote the Plano Police on X (formerly Twitter).
On Nov 21st, 2023, at appx 6:00 pm, a small plane crashed near the intersection of W Park Blvd & Midway Rd. The pilot unfortunately lost their life in the tragic accident.
FAA and NTSB are investigating
During this difficult time, we extend condolences to the family and friends pic.twitter.com/CIMEo8ib22— Plano Police (Texas) (@PlanoPoliceDept) November 22, 2023
The police also sent their condolences to the victim's family and maintained that the case is already under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration.
So far, authorities have not detailed whether there was damage to the building as a result of the accident. However, photos were shared on social media showing that the entrance to the shopping center was damaged and a car caught fire.
🇺🇸 USA ▪️ Small plane crashed outside a shopping center in Plano, Texas. The pilot died (11/21)
🇺🇸 США ▪️ Невеликий літак розбився біля ТЦ в Техасі. Пілот загинув
🇺🇸 USA ▪️ Kleinflugzeug stürzte vor einem Einkaufszentrum in Texas ab. Pilot tot pic.twitter.com/dsSeegAkyH
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