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13-07-2025
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Fireball erupts as small plane crashes at Southend airport
Credit: Social Media/X An aeroplane has crashed on take-off from Southend airport, with pictures from the scene showing a huge fireball. The crash on Sunday afternoon reportedly involved a twin-engine Beechcraft King Air B200. Online flight tracking data suggest an aircraft fitting that description was due to fly to Lelystad, in the Netherlands, in the afternoon. David Burton-Sampson, the Labour MP for Southend, wrote on X: 'I am aware of an incident at Southend airport. Please keep away and allow the emergency services to do their work. My thoughts are with everyone involved.' Matt Dent, Southend city council's cabinet member for business, culture, music and tourism, posted on X: 'I am aware of the live serious incident ongoing at London Southend Airport. 'At present, all I know is that a small plane has crashed at the airport. My thoughts are with all those involved, and with the emergency services currently responding to the incident.' Essex Police said: 'We remain on the scene of a serious incident at Southend airport. We were alerted shortly before 4pm to reports of a collision involving one 12-metre plane. 'We are working with all emergency services at the scene now, and that work will be ongoing for several hours. We would please ask the public to avoid this area where possible while this work continues. As a precaution, due to their proximity to the incident, we are evacuating the Rochford Hundred Golf Club and Westcliff Rugby Club.' Essex Fire and Rescue Service said in a statement: 'We were called to an incident involving a light aircraft at Southend Airport today at 3.58pm. Five crews and two off road vehicles initially attended. 'We are continuing to work at the scene with our partners. Please avoid the area if possible while this work continues.' The East of England Ambulance Service said four ambulances, a rapid response vehicle, four hazardous area response team vehicles, three senior paramedic cars and Essex and Herts Air Ambulance had been sent to the incident. An airport spokesman said: 'We can confirm there has been a serious incident at London Southend Airport involving a general aviation aircraft.' A witness who watched the aircraft take off said he 'waved at the pilots' in the moments before the disaster. John Johnson, who was at Southend Airport with his family at the time of the crash, said he saw a 'big fireball' after the plane 'crashed head first into the ground'. Mr Johnson, from Billericay, said: 'We all waved at the pilots, and they all waved back at us. The aircraft then turned 180 degrees to face its take-off, departure, powered up, rolled down the runway. 'It took off and about three or four seconds after taking off, it started to bank heavily to its left, and then within a few seconds of that happening, it more or less inverted and crashed just head first into the ground.' He added: 'There was a big fireball. Obviously, everybody was in shock in terms of witnessing it. All the kids saw it and the families saw it. I phoned 999, reported it.' Online flight tracking information suggested that it reached a maximum height of 175ft above Southend's fifth runway, facing to the north-east, before crashing. Data broadcast by the aeroplane's automatic onboard systems suggested that it drifted to the left before hitting the ground. The crashed aircraft, registered PH-ZAZ, had carried out two flights on Sunday prior to the disaster at Southend. It flew from Athens to Pula airport on Sunday morning, departing the Croatian resort town for Southend at lunchtime, a flight of about three hours. On Saturday the Beech B200 had departed its home base of Lelystad in the Netherlands for Memmingen in southern Germany, before flying to the Greek capital that evening. A commercial charter website's entry for PH-ZAZ suggested it was configured as a luxury private aeroplane with eight seats and a comfortable leather interior. The Beechcraft King Air B200 has two turboprop engines, meaning a jet turbine that spins a propeller, and is capable of carrying around a dozen people. The US-made planes are widely used as short-haul charter airliners and for carrying light freight. Earlier in its career, the aircraft had been registered G-MEDZ and was operated on medical evacuation flights. Originally registered in the US in 1994, the aeroplane has carried registrations from Germany and Spain as well as America, Britain and the Netherlands. Westcliff Rugby Club said it has not been evacuated, contrary to Essex Police's statement that people would be told to leave the premises about a quarter of a mile north of the airport. Club spokesman Lorraine Saccini, 63, told The Telegraph: 'No they haven't evacuated us. I asked the police and fire brigade and they said no.' Ms Saccini said the crash site was visible from the club's balcony, adding: 'We can see the runway, but we're not in line with it. There's a lot of helicopters going around. There's ambulance, police and everything else there. They put the fire out really quick – they were there within seconds.' Ms Saccini said the club was hosting a social event, and some of those present had witnessed the crash. 'They just said they saw it go up and come straight down again,' she said. 'It happened so quickly.' A source from Rochford Hundred Golf Club said the organisation, whose grounds are next to the airport's northern side, was hosting the quarter-finals of the Essex County Cup. The Telegraph understands the match was abandoned after the plane came down close to the 14th tee. A bartender at the golf club said he felt a 'big heat wave' before looking up to a 'massive fireball' in the sky. James Philpott told the BBC: 'I was just basically in a hut like in the middle of the course and I didn't even see any plane go down or anything and I just felt like a big heat wave come through and I looked up and there was just a massive fireball basically 100 foot in the sky. 'It was more the heat really just kind of hit me as I was sitting there, just like feel like I'm baking.' He continued: 'I think everyone was just quite shocked to be honest. People were sort of running towards it to see if anyone was injured or anything.' Mr Philpott said he and others were collected from the course and taken back to the clubhouse where they remain now at a 'safe distance' with the club closed. In a notice for pilots, Southend airport said it was closed with immediate effect from 4.07pm and that no air traffic control services would be available. Photos on social media showed that passengers were in the process of boarding an airliner via a flight of steps when the crash happened a few hundred metres away. easyJet confirmed that its flights scheduled to depart from Southend on Sunday evening had been cancelled. 'Our thoughts are with all those affected by the incident at London Southend airport this afternoon,' said a spokesman.'As the airport is currently closed, all remaining flights to and from London Southend today have been diverted to alternative airports or are no longer able to operate.'We are doing all we can to support our customers and have contacted them directly with options to rebook or receive a refund, and are arranging hotel accommodation and meals for those who require them.'
Business Wire
16-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
New Multi-Mission Beechcraft King Air Demonstrator Unveiled at Paris Air Show
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced its new multi-mission Beechcraft King Air demonstration aircraft will be making its show and European debut at the 2025 Paris Air Show. The aircraft is equipped to showcase a wide range of missions available on the versatile and reliable Beechcraft King Air platform, and will be on static display Monday, June 16, through Thursday, June 19, at the Textron Pavilion A2. Over the last few years, we have seen solid European demand of our Cargo Door King Air 360C for essential air ambulance services. Share 'The King Air's acquisition and operation cost, combined with excellent speed, range and payload capacity make it an excellent value for a wide range of special missions,' said Bob Gibbs, vice president, Special Missions Sales. 'The best-selling turboprop serves as an ideal platform for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, utility transport, training and more. Over the last few years, we have seen solid European demand of our Cargo Door King Air 360C for essential air ambulance services.' Endless Special Missions Possibilities on Display When government, military and commercial customers want airborne solutions for critical missions, they turn to Textron Aviation. The Beechcraft King Air on display is fitted with extended range (ER) fuel tanks, a factory-installed extended utility nose capable of housing a variety of sensors up to a 20-inch EO/IR sensor and a lift kit to retract, factory-installed wing hardpoint provisions and a cargo door that supports air ambulance and freight operations to enhance mission flexibility. Powered by PT6A-67A engines with dual oil coolers, the aircraft offers hot/high airfield performance as well as impressive climb performance and cruising speeds. Interior features include a mission rack with displays and a mission computer, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) VIP seating, AvFab and LifePort mission seats and a LifePort medevac stretcher. The cockpit is compatible with Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS). King Air Leadership More than 7,800 Beechcraft King Air turboprops have been delivered to customers since 1964, making it the best-selling business turboprop family in the world. The fleet has surpassed 66 million flight hours in its 60 years, serving roles in all branches of the U.S. military and flying both commercial and special missions. Textron Aviation returns to the Paris Air Show as the industry leader with more than 1,700 Cessna and Beechcraft turbine aircraft in Europe and more than 255,000 aircraft delivered worldwide. In France, nearly 200 Cessna and Beechcraft turbine aircraft support a wide variety of missions for commercial, government and military customers. About Textron Aviation We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years, Textron Aviation has empowered our collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers. With a range that includes everything from business jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special missions, military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170 countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and versatility, along with our trusted global customer service network, for affordable, productive and flexible flight. For more information, visit | | | About Textron Inc. Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: Certain statements in this press release may project revenues or describe strategies, goals, outlook or other non-historical matters; these forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and we undertake no obligation to update them. 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Yahoo
02-05-2025
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BUTLER NATIONAL CORPORATION ANNOUNCES PERSONNEL REORGANIZATION
Sales teams to be entirely within respective business units OLATHE, Kan., May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), a leader in the growing global market for aircraft modification, maintenance, repair and overhaul and a recognized provider of gaming management services, announces a significant reorganization of its sales teams and personnel reporting structure. Butler National is eliminating the sales team within the public reporting parent company and moving certain impacted staff to the relevant subsidiary divisions they service. As a result, the company has eliminated the position of BNC Vice President & Director of Sales. Aric Peters' last day with the company was May 1, 2025. The decision to eliminate this executive sales role reflects the company's new organizational model, where senior sales functions are managed within individual business units and report directly to the respective business unit leaders. The Avcon sales team will report to Marcus Abendroth, President of Avcon. "As we continue to identify opportunities to drive efficiencies across the company, this reorganization reinforces our focus on aligning responsibilities where they can have the most impact," said Jeff Yowell, Executive Chairman of the Board. "By placing ownership of the sales function within each business unit, we create strong alignment with operational goals and clear accountability for performance. We believe this reorganization will enable management to better monitor the profitability of each business segment and improve margins." "I've had the opportunity to work alongside Aric for many years," said Chris Reedy, Chief Executive Officer of Butler National. "His dedication to Butler National has made a lasting impact on our team and our operations. We are truly grateful for his many contributions over the years, and we wish him continued success in the future." About Butler National CorporationButler National Corporation operates in the Aerospace and Professional Services business segments. The Aerospace Products segment includes the manufacture, sale and service of electronic equipment and modifications to aircraft structures and electrical systems to support special mission and commercial aviation operations. Additionally, we operate two Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA") Repair Stations. Butler National companies, Avcon Industries, Inc. and Butler Avionics, Inc., concentrate on enhancements to Learjet, Beechcraft King Air, Cessna Caravan, Gulfstream, and other turbine powered aircraft. Butler National-Tempe designs and manufactures robust electronic controls and cabling. The Professional Services segment includes the management of a gaming and the related dining and entertainment facility in Dodge City, Kansas. Boot Hill Casino and Resort features approximately 500 slot machines, 15 table games and a DraftKings branded more information, visit Investor Relations Contact:Chris ReedyPhone: (913) 780-9595Email: ir@ Safe Harbor Statement:Statements made in this report, may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements can often be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, such as "could," "should," "will," "intended," "continue," "believe," "may," "expect," "anticipate," "goal," "forecast," "plan," "guidance" or "estimate" or the negative of these words, variations thereof or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or results. They involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. It is important to note that any such performance and actual results, financial condition or business, could differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, those discussed in Item 1A of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K. We undertake no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes in future operating results, financial condition or business over time, except as expressly required by federal securities laws. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Butler National Corporation Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- General
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Small aircraft with 3 aboard crashes in field near Lancaster, FAA says
A small aircraft with three people aboard crashed into a field in North Texas on Monday, April 28. A Beechcraft King Air crashed in a field near Lancaster Regional Airport at 730 Ferris Road, around 4:15 p.m., the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement. Further details about the condition of the passengers was not immediately available. The FAA is investigating the crash, according to the statement. 🚨 More top stories from our newsroom: → Body pulled from Trinity River near Woodshed Smokehouse → Nearly 60 injured in charter bus crash in Fort Worth → Fort Worth bishop recalls Pope Francis' help with 'delicate' issues [Get our breaking news alerts.]
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29-04-2025
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Plane makes emergency landing in Lancaster field
The Brief A plane made an emergency landing in Lancaster on Monday. Three people were on board at the time. All three are expected to survive. LANCASTER, Texas - A plane had to make an emergency landing in Lancaster on Monday. What we know The FAA says three people were on board a Beechcraft King Air when it crash-landed in a field near Lancaster Regional Airport around 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The plane went down near Greene Road and Pinto Road. All three people on the plane were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. What we don't know The cause of the emergency landing is under investigation. The FAA will lead the investigation. The Source Information in this article comes from the FAA and City of Lancaster.
