Pilot Dies in Light Aircraft Crash Near Fife Airport
The 50-year-old pilot was flying alone when his plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Kinglassie, Scotland.
- The crash occurred late Monday morning near Fife Airport, a small airfield popular with aviation enthusiasts and skydivers.
- Eyewitnesses reported the plane making unusual maneuvers before it plummeted into a field, causing a loud bang.
- Emergency services, including fire crews and police, responded to the scene, confirming the pilot's death and ensuring the area was made safe.
- The Air Accidents Investigation Branch has launched an inquiry into the crash and dispatched inspectors to gather evidence.
- The pilot, whose identity has not been released, was the only person on board, and his next of kin have been informed.