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Small Plane Crashes on San Jose Expressway, Three Hurt

Containment of a minor fuel spill leaves investigators to determine what caused the crash.

Overview

  • The crash occurred just after 3 p.m. Saturday on Capitol Expressway at Excalibur Drive when a small propeller plane came down on the roadway.
  • San Jose Fire Department crews treated and transported two adults and one child to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
  • Officials said no other vehicles were involved in the incident and no bystanders were reported hurt at the scene.
  • Firefighters reported a minor fuel spill at the crash site that was absorbed and the scene was secured for further work.
  • Authorities have not released the identities of those aboard or a cause and said an investigation is pending with the possibility of federal involvement.