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Pilot Unhurt as Small Plane Catches Fire at Adelaide’s Parafield Airport

Safety investigators are gathering information following the airport fire.

Overview

  • Emergency crews responded about 12:30pm after a light aircraft struck the tarmac and ignited at Parafield Airport in Adelaide.
  • South Australian Police said the plane landed heavily, causing a fire that spread to nearby grass before being extinguished.
  • The pilot, the only person on board, escaped without injury and no other aircraft were involved.
  • Parafield Airport said it was assisting SA Police and MFS as firefighters brought the blaze under control.
  • The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has been notified and is gathering information for an investigation.