Overview
- The Piper PA-30 went down shortly after departing around 1:50 p.m. Wednesday, according to the FAA.
- Both occupants were pronounced dead at the scene, and authorities have not released their identities.
- DuPage Airport temporarily closed as West Chicago fire and police units responded to the crash site.
- Airport officials said they are coordinating with the FAA and NTSB, and an investigator was reported to be arriving Thursday morning.
- Local reports linked the aircraft to the International Flying Club based at the airport, and photos showed severe front-end and structural damage.