Two individuals have tragically lost their lives in a plane crash that occurred at a race track. This devastating incident took place at Darley Moor race track, prompting the response of emergency services around 11:30 BST on Tuesday. Authorities from Derbyshire Police are currently on site and continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Located just over three miles away from Ashbourne in Derbyshire, the area of the crash has been cordoned off, and the public has been advised to stay away. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has launched its own investigation into the crash to determine what led to this tragic event. In response to the crash, flying restrictions have been put into effect to ensure safety in the airspace above Darley Moor.
The transport secretary has issued an order stating that no aircraft shall fly below 1,600ft (488km) above mean sea level while within the Darley Moor area. Images from the scene show the wreckage of the light aircraft near a wooded section of the race track, with law enforcement agencies and first responders working diligently. Authorities have begun the process of recovery, as bodies are being retrieved from the crash site by personnel in white protective suits.
BBC News reporter, Steve Beech, who is at the scene in Derby, described the ongoing efforts of police and fire teams to manage the aftermath of the crash. A somber atmosphere permeates the area as officials work to both investigate the cause of the crash and carry out the necessary recovery operations. The community remains in shock as they come to terms with this tragic loss of life on what was supposed to be a typical day at the race track
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