Plane Crash Near Fort Worth's Hicks Airfield
A twin-engine plane crashed near Hicks Airfield in Fort Worth, resulting in the deaths of two people and a fire that damaged at least ten semi-trucks.
The crash occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. in the 12700 block of N. Saginaw Blvd., near Avondale, and was confirmed by the Fort Worth Fire Department.
- The plane, a King Air Twin Engine Aircraft, had departed from Alliance Airport.
- At least ten tractor trailers were damaged by the crash and caught fire, sparking grass fires that were contained.
- The fire was brought under control within 35 minutes, at 2:11 p.m.
- The response included 10 firetrucks, 14 support vehicles, and three ambulances.
No additional information was provided.
Author's summary: A plane crash near Fort Worth's Hicks Airfield kills two people.