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Two Injured in Light Aircraft Crash Near Pitsford
5 Jun
Summary
- A small plane crashed in a field near Pitsford, Northamptonshire.
- Two individuals were transported to hospital for medical treatment.
- Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
Two individuals are receiving hospital treatment following a light aircraft crash that occurred on the afternoon of June 5, 2026. The incident happened near Pitsford, close to Northampton, when the small plane came down in a field.
Emergency services were alerted shortly before 15:45 BST. Police, fire, and ambulance crews were dispatched to the location. Firefighters assisted in closing nearby roads to ensure unimpeded access for emergency vehicles. Both occupants of the aircraft were evacuated and subsequently transferred to the care of paramedics.
The injured parties were transported to University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash has commenced, and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch has been notified. The fire service remained at the scene to assist ongoing police and ambulance operations.
