A single-engine plane crashed near an interstate highway in Nashville, Tennessee, resulting in multiple fatalities, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred when the pilot reported engine trouble and attempted an emergency landing at John C. Tune Airport, but the aircraft burst into flames upon crashing in a grassy median.
According to Metro Nashville Police Department spokesman Don Aaron, the pilot made an emergency call to John C. Tune Airport around 7:40 p.m., citing engine trouble. Despite being cleared for an emergency landing, the pilot later radioed that the aircraft would not reach the airport, leading to the tragic crash just off Interstate 40, behind a Costco on the city’s westside.
“It appears that everyone on board perished,” Aaron stated, though the exact number of victims remains unknown. The crash site, approximately 3 miles south of the general aviation airport, ignited a blaze visible to witnesses, who described the scene as a “fireball.”
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among drivers on the interstate, confirmed Nashville Fire Department spokesperson Kendra Loney. Additionally, no vehicles or buildings on the ground sustained damage in the crash.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash.
The tragic plane crash near Nashville has left authorities and the community in shock, as the investigation into the incident begins. With multiple fatalities and a fiery crash scene, questions remain unanswered regarding the exact circumstances leading to the tragedy. As authorities work to determine the cause, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with air travel and the importance of safety protocols in aviation.
