A small aircraft crashed at Southend Airport in Essex, southeast England, on Sunday afternoon, triggering a major emergency response. Essex Police confirmed they were alerted to the incident involving a 12-meter-long plane shortly before 4:00 p.m. local time.
Authorities are currently coordinating with multiple agencies at the scene, including the East of England Ambulance Service, which deployed four ambulances and four specialized hazardous area response vehicles. No immediate details about casualties or the cause of the crash have been released.
Southend Airport, a hub for regional and private flights, temporarily suspended operations as investigators began assessing the situation. The incident highlights ongoing aviation safety discussions as global travel rebounds post-pandemic.
