Pilot among two killed as plane crashes into hangar in Australia

29 Apr 2026 • 5:40 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A light aircraft crashed into a hangar at Parafield Airport in southern Australia on Wednesday afternoon.
  • The incident, involving a twin-engined Diamond DA42 aircraft, occurred after landing, sparking a fire.
  • Two people, identified as the pilot and a passenger, died in the crash.
  • Multiple others were injured, including at least 10 airport ground crew who sustained serious burns, with one person in life-threatening condition.
  • Emergency services responded to the scene, and authorities have asked the public to avoid the area.

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