From FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Grace Marocco · · 50s
Pilot Killed in Small Plane Crash
Small plane crash in Fort Worth kills pilot.
In brief
Small plane crash in Fort Worth kills pilot. A pilot died in a small plane crash near Fort Worth, Texas, on Wednesday morning. Originally reported by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
Crash Details
A Lancair IV-P crashed in Tarrant County on Wednesday morning.
Emergency Response
Emergency responders arrived to find the aircraft 'fully involved' with wires at the scene.
Pilot Status
Officials say only the pilot was onboard and died in the crash.
Crash Location
The crash happened around 9:50 a.m. near West Bonds Ranch and Thatcher roads, east of Eagle Mountain Lake.
Fire Department Statement
Craig Trojacek, Fort Worth Fire Department spokesman, said the plane hit power lines and burst into flames but did not hit homes.
Investigation Status
The FAA and NTSB will investigate the cause of the crash, which is currently unknown.
The essence
A pilot died in a small plane crash near Fort Worth, Texas, on Wednesday morning.
