Skydiving Plane Crash in New Jersey Sends 15 to Hospital
A skydiving plane crash at Cross Keys Airport in New Jersey injured multiple passengers, prompting investigations by federal authorities.
Overview
- A Cessna 208B skydiving plane crashed at Cross Keys Airport in New Jersey, carrying 15 people.
- The plane went off the runway, crashing into nearby woods, resulting in multiple injuries.
- At least 15 individuals were hospitalized, with three in critical condition at Cooper University Hospital.
- Emergency services are on-site, with Gloucester County Emergency Management advising the public to avoid the area.
- The National Transportation Safety Board and FAA are investigating the incident to determine the cause of the crash.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources present a factual recounting of the skydiving plane crash, emphasizing the number of injured and ongoing investigations. Both outlets maintain a neutral tone, focusing on the incident's details while avoiding sensationalism. Their slight biases suggest a tendency towards cautious reporting, prioritizing clarity and public safety.
A Cessna 208B carrying 15 people was involved in an incident at Cross Keys Airport.
Aerial footage shows the crashed plane in the woods with scattered debris.
Three individuals are currently undergoing evaluation at Cooper University Hospital's trauma center in Camden, New Jersey.
Eight individuals with minor injuries are currently receiving treatment in the emergency department.
Four additional patients with minimal injuries are awaiting further assessment.
Gloucester County Emergency Management advised the public to avoid the area to allow emergency vehicles access.
Fifteen people were injured and taken to a hospital after a skydiving plane crashed in the woods near a New Jersey airport.
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"…Fifteen people were taken to a hospital when a skydiving aircraft went off a runway and crashed in the woods near an airport in southern New Jersey on Wednesday evening, according to authorities."
NBC News·9h·"…Fifteen people were taken to a hospital when a skydiving aircraft went off a runway and crashed in the woods near an airport in southern New Jersey on Wednesday evening, according to authorities."
Associated Press·11h·FAQ
The pilot reported engine trouble while ascending, which led to the plane attempting to circle back to the ground but ultimately crashing into nearby woods. The exact cause is still under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board.
There were 15 people on board, including the pilot. Fourteen were hospitalized with various injuries, three of whom were airlifted in critical condition to Cooper University Hospital. Some victims had minor injuries, and one person refused treatment at the scene.
The aircraft was a single-engine Cessna 208B skydiving plane. It is owned by Arne Aviation LLC and leased to Skydive Cross Keys in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Emergency services responded quickly with a mass casualty incident response. Victims were decontaminated due to exposure to jet fuel before being transported to hospitals. The area was advised to be avoided by the public, and crews worked through the night to investigate the wreckage.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are investigating the crash to determine its exact cause.
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