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    Plane Crash in Essex Kills 2

    EssexA YAK 52 light aircraft crashed in a field in Essex, England, killing both on board. The plane was flying from North Weald.

    According to the local police, the aircraft was witnessed to be in trouble before it hit a field near Cooksmill Green, west of Chelmsford, at about 2:55 pm on March 29.

    The plane was in flames when it crashed. Firefighters from Chelmsford, Colchester and Maldon rushed to the scene and put out the fire.

    Air Accident Investigation Branch is investigation the cause of accident. The families of both victims have been informed.

  • Robin Quits; Pilot Walks Away


    What: light aircraft, a Robin 200
    Where: a field a mile from Cardiff airport
    When: Sept 7 2008
    Who: pilot is member of Cardiff Flying Club, Identity undisclosed
    Why: The engine quit mid flight.