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Southend Airport reopens to the public after deadly crash – with flights to restart
Southend Airport reopens to the public after deadly crash – with flights to restart

The Irish Sun

time7 days ago

  • The Irish Sun

Southend Airport reopens to the public after deadly crash – with flights to restart

LONDON Southend Airport will partially reopen today following a plane crash that occurred on Sunday, killing four people. A Beech B200 Super King Air aircraft was flying to Lelystad in the Netherlands when it crashed shortly after taking off from the airport on Sunday afternoon. 2 London Southend Airport has reopened to the public Credit: Getty 2 The airport has remained closed since Sunday Credit: Louis Wood Witnesses of the incident described seeing a "huge fireball" just before 4pm. All four passengers onboard the flight were killed. Other witnesses also shared hot the pilots had been waving a children shortly before the crash occurred. The airport closed on Sunday following the incident and has remained fully closed until today. Read more on Southend Airport A spokesperson for the airport said: " London Southend Airport is today partially reopening for a small number of flights, following Sunday's tragic air accident and subsequent closure. "Four easyJet flights will land at London Southend Airport this evening. "Eastern Airways will also operate an empty positioning flight. "Normal airline operations resume from the morning of Thursday 17 July 2025. Most read in News Travel "Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of those who tragically lost their lives on Sunday. "Throughout the course of this week, we have continued to support the air accident investigation team as they carry out their work. "Our airport staff and wider team are doing all they can to help during this incredibly difficult time, and will of course be on-hand to assist passengers as we return to service. "The understanding and kindness shown by our local community has been incredible, and we are grateful for their support." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at

Southend Airport reopens to the public after deadly crash – with flights to restart
Southend Airport reopens to the public after deadly crash – with flights to restart

Scottish Sun

time7 days ago

  • Scottish Sun

Southend Airport reopens to the public after deadly crash – with flights to restart

AIRPORT HORROR Southend Airport reopens to the public after deadly crash – with flights to restart Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LONDON Southend Airport will partially reopen today following a plane crash that occurred on Sunday, killing four people. A Beech B200 Super King Air aircraft was flying to Lelystad in the Netherlands when it crashed shortly after taking off from the airport on Sunday afternoon. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 London Southend Airport has reopened to the public Credit: Getty 2 The airport has remained closed since Sunday Credit: Louis Wood Witnesses of the incident described seeing a "huge fireball" just before 4pm. All four passengers onboard the flight were killed. Other witnesses also shared hot the pilots had been waving a children shortly before the crash occurred. The airport closed on Sunday following the incident and has remained fully closed until today. A spokesperson for the airport said: "London Southend Airport is today partially reopening for a small number of flights, following Sunday's tragic air accident and subsequent closure. "Four easyJet flights will land at London Southend Airport this evening. "Eastern Airways will also operate an empty positioning flight. "Normal airline operations resume from the morning of Thursday 17 July 2025. "Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of those who tragically lost their lives on Sunday. "Throughout the course of this week, we have continued to support the air accident investigation team as they carry out their work. "Our airport staff and wider team are doing all they can to help during this incredibly difficult time, and will of course be on-hand to assist passengers as we return to service. "The understanding and kindness shown by our local community has been incredible, and we are grateful for their support." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.

Southend plane crash: Second victim named as 'warm and honest' doctor
Southend plane crash: Second victim named as 'warm and honest' doctor

Daily Mirror

time15-07-2025

  • Daily Mirror

Southend plane crash: Second victim named as 'warm and honest' doctor

The second victim of the horror plane crash at Southend Airport yesterday has been identified. The names of the passengers have not been officially revealed by authorities, but Essex Police yesterday confirmed two pilots and two passengers on board the medical transport plane had been killed. Dr Mathias Eyl, 46, was one of the four onboard a Beechcraft B200 Super King Air, according to Essex Live. Essex Police previously confirmed all four passengers were believed to be foreign nationals. It's thought two Dutch pilots and a Chilean nurse were also onboard. It's understood the plane had dropped a patient off at Southend and was due to return to its base. Witnesses told of seeing a 'fireball', while images of fire and black smoke were shared on social media. The airport will stay closed until further notice. Dr Eyl, 46, is reportedly from the Kleinmaischeid municipality in Germany. He was described as 'a doctor, companion and friend' in a social media tribute translated into English. It added: 'With his warm, honest, and humorous nature, he has not only provided medical assistance, but shaped our community. 'He was a man who listened, tackled and encouraged. Exactly when it came down to it. His commitment was not taken for granted, his loss is immeasurable.' Lisa Fitzsimons of the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) said 'it is too early to speculate' on what may have caused the crash. Essex Police said the aircraft "got into difficulty" shortly after take-off at around 4pm on Sunday, crashing within the airport boundary. "If there are safety lessons to be learned, we will make recommendations that aim to prevent a similar accident occurring," Ms Fitzsimons said. They added: "Our focus is on getting physical evidence from the site and interviewing witnesses. Our thoughts are with families and friends of everyone involved." A spokesperson for Zeusch Aviation previously said: "It is with deep sadness that we confirm there were no survivors among the people on board flight SUZ1. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the victims, their families, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. "Zeusch Aviation continues to fully cooperate with the relevant investigative authorities and is providing all possible support to those affected. Further updates will be shared as new information becomes available."

London Southend airport plane crash: 4 people killed, say police
London Southend airport plane crash: 4 people killed, say police

Indian Express

time14-07-2025

  • General
  • Indian Express

London Southend airport plane crash: 4 people killed, say police

Four people died when a small aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from London Southend Airport on Sunday, according to Essex Police. In a statement on Monday, police said all four people on board were confirmed dead. None of the victims were British. Work is still ongoing to identify those who died in the crash. The Beechcraft B200 Super King Air, operated by Dutch company Zeusch Aviation, had just taken off from Southend Airport when it crashed and burst into flames. The plane had flown earlier on Sunday from Athens, Greece, to Pula, Croatia, before arriving at Southend. It was scheduled to return to Lelystad in the Netherlands that evening. Witness John Johnson, who was at the airport with his family, described what he saw, 'It took off and about three or four seconds later, it started to bank heavily to the left. Then within a few seconds, it almost flipped over and crashed head-first into the ground. There was a big fireball.' Emergency services including airport fire crews, police, and ambulances quickly responded to the scene. The crash happened just before 4 pm local time. Photos shared on social media and in British newspapers showed flames and thick black smoke rising from the crash site. Police evacuated a nearby golf course and rugby club shortly after the crash as a safety measure. Local MP David Burton-Sampson urged people to stay away from the area. 'Please keep away and allow the emergency services to do their work,' he said on social media. 'My thoughts are with everyone involved.' According to the airport's website, four scheduled flights were cancelled following the incident.

4 people were killed in a small plane crash near London Sunday, police say
4 people were killed in a small plane crash near London Sunday, police say

Washington Post

time14-07-2025

  • General
  • Washington Post

4 people were killed in a small plane crash near London Sunday, police say

LONDON — Police say four people died aboard a small plane that crashed shortly after taking off from London Southend Airport on Sunday. Essex Police said Monday that work is continuing to identify the victims, none of whom are British. The Beechcraft B200 Super King Air operated by Dutch firm Zeusch Aviation had flown from Athens, Greece to Pula in Croatia on Sunday before heading to Southend. It was due to return to its home base of Lelystad, in the Netherlands, on Sunday evening. The 23-meter (39-foot) turboprop plane came down moments after takeoff and burst into flames.

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