NÖ: Plane Crash with One Fatality Near St. Pölten

At the Völtendorf airfield near St. Pölten, a small aircraft crashed on Wednesday. According to police spokesman Stefan Loidl, the 76-year-old pilot of the two-seater aircraft lost his life. The man from the state capital was the only occupant of the aircraft with Austrian registration. The plane crashed in the area of a group of trees and caught fire, said fire department spokesman Klaus Stebal. A large contingent of helpers was deployed.

Investigations after Plane Crash in Lower Austria

The crash occurred shortly before 4:00 PM. The aircraft was on its landing approach. Further details were initially unclear, and investigations were underway in the evening hours. On site were the crime scene group of the Lower Austria State Criminal Office and the Aircraft Accident Commission.

The small aircraft was burned out and barely recognizable as a machine for the helpers on site, said fire department spokesman Stebal to APA. No other persons were likely injured. According to media reports, the 76-year-old pilot had extensive flying experience.

The Völtendorf airfield is located southwest of the Lower Austrian capital directly on the B39. It is home to the St. Pölten Flying Club.

(APA/Red)

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