No Survivors After Small Plane Crashes into Suburban Home, Catches Fire
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No Survivors After Small Plane Crashes into Suburban Home, Catches Fire

  • A small plane flying from Iowa to Minnesota crashed into a suburban home in Brooklyn Park, causing a structure fire but no fatalities inside the house
  • The National Transportation Safety Board announced its intention to investigate the crash, with the cause remaining unknown as of March 29
  • Videos showed firefighters battling intense flames, while Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz expressed gratitude to first responders and ensured close monitoring of the situation

On March 29, a small plane flying from Iowa to Minnesota tragically crashed into a suburban home in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, resulting in a structure fire.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the plane took off at approximately 1220 local time (1720 BST) before crashing in the residential area. Investigators confirmed that there were no survivors among the passengers onboard, although no fatalities were reported inside the house.

A small plane flying from Iowa to Minnesota tragically crashed into a suburban home in Brooklyn Park, igniting a fire but causing no fatalities inside the house.
Small plane crashes into home, causes damage. Photo credit: Analogu/GettyImages
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Investigation launched by NTSB

According to BBC, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced its intention to investigate the cause of the crash, which remained undetermined as of March 29.

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The agency stated that its team would arrive on the scene on March 30 to document the site and examine the wreckage, before recovering the aircraft for further evaluation at a secure facility.

Firefighters respond to intense blaze

Videos circulating on social media showed the home engulfed in flames as Brooklyn Park firefighters arrived to control the blaze.

Fire Chief Shawn Conway reported that the fire had already developed into a "fully involved structure fire" by the time his team reached the scene.

Brooklyn Park, a northern suburb of Minneapolis with a population of 82,000, experienced significant disruption following the accident.

Governor Tim Waltz Monitors the Situation

Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz expressed gratitude to first responders and stated his team was closely monitoring the situation.

He confirmed ongoing communication with local officials to provide necessary support for the community.

Concerns rise over air safety

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This incident added to growing concerns regarding air safety in the United States.

Recent crashes and near misses have drawn public attention, following reports of federal cuts under former President Donald Trump’s administration that led to the dismissal of hundreds of employees responsible for maintaining air safety standards.

Investigations into the cause are underway, while firefighters and local authorities provided swift responses to the incident.
Investigation into the cause of the crash ongoing. Photo credit: Peeterv/GettyImages
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About Minnesota

Minnesota, known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," is a state in the Midwestern United States celebrated for its natural beauty, vibrant culture, and robust economy.

Its capital is Saint Paul, while Minneapolis, its largest city, forms the "Twin Cities" metropolitan area. Minnesota boasts a diverse landscape, including forests, prairies, and numerous lakes, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

The state is renowned for its high quality of life, strong educational institutions, and innovations in industries such as healthcare and technology. Home to a rich Native American heritage, Minnesota also embraces cultural diversity and is a hub for arts and festivals.

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Several people killed as plane crashes in Philippines

Legit.ng earlier reported that four people lost their lives when a plane crashed into a rice field in Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur, in the Philippines on Thursday afternoon, February 6.

As reported by Brigada, preliminary information from the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (PDRRMO) showed that all four passengers may have been foreign nationals. Verification is, however, still ongoing.

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Basit Jamiu (Current Affairs and Politics Editor) Basit Jamiu is a journalist with more than five years of experience. He is a current affairs and politics editor at Legit.ng. He holds a bachelor's degree from Ekiti State University (2018). Basit previously worked as a staff writer at Ikeja Bird (2022), Associate Editor at Prime Progress (2022), and Staff Writer at The Movee (2018). He is a 2024 Open Climate Fellow (West Africa), 2023 MTN Media Fellow, OCRP Fellow at ICIR, and Accountability Fellow at CJID. Email: basit.jamiu@corp.legit.ng.

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