Plane Crash in Australia Kills Two, Injures 11

A plane crash occurred while landing at Parafield Airport in Adelaide, South Australia, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. According to local media reports, the deceased include one pilot and one passenger. Eleven others sustaining injuries were transported to the hospital for medical treatment.

Emergency services evacuated the nearby area for rescue and relief operations, according to a police statement. Police indicated that one injured person is in critical condition, while the others have sustained minor injuries. Airport Chief Inspector Andrew McCracken told ABC News that the tragic accident happened after the aircraft lost contact with the airport shortly after takeoff.

Following the crash, thick black smoke spread over the area, prompting fire control services to advise residents in the affected zone to remain indoors. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has initiated an investigation into the incident.