Overview
- North Yorkshire Police said they were called just before 1pm on Sunday to reports of a light aircraft crash.
- The small plane reportedly crash-landed on the runway at Sherburn Aero Club in Elmet, North Yorkshire.
- The victim, a man in his 70s from the Leeds area, was pronounced dead at the scene.
- He is believed to have been the sole occupant of the aircraft, according to the police statement.
- Police and other emergency services attended, and specially trained officers are supporting the man's family.