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At least two people were killed, and two others were critically injured after a small plane crashed in northwest Fresno in California on Saturday afternoon (local time). According to Fresno Fire Department, the aircraft crashed near Sierra Sky Park Airport on Blythe Avenue, and two people died in the crash, while two others were taken to a hospital in critical condition, the department said. The circumstances surrounding the crash remained unclear and a probe is underway.

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Multiple agencies responded to the scene, including the Fresno Police Department, Fresno Fire Department, PG&amp;E, Fresno County Sheriff's Office and North Central Fire Department.d. The response came as authorities worked at the crash site near the airport, with further details awaited from officials. Power was briefly disrupted for nearby residents following the crash, according to PG&amp;E's outage map. The outage was subsequently restored.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a statement, Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi said that it was a “rare and tragic situation in northwest Fresno.” "My immediate concern is for the survivors of this heart wrenching situation. At the appropriate time, my office will reach out and ensure they have what they need as they recover," he added. "I want to thank the first responders and City Manager Georgeanne White for responding to the scene and working to save lives. I ask our community to pray for this family who are going through something unimaginable."

Two people were killed and two others critically injured after a small plane crashed near Sierra Sky Park Airport in northwest Fresno, California, on Saturday afternoon. Emergency teams rushed to the scene, while authorities continued investigating the cause of the crash

At least two people were killed, and two others were critically injured after a small plane crashed in northwest Fresno in California on Saturday afternoon (local time). According to Fresno Fire Department, the aircraft crashed near Sierra Sky Park Airport on Blythe Avenue, and two people died in the crash, while two others were taken to a hospital in critical condition, the department said. The circumstances surrounding the crash remained unclear and a probe is underway.

Two people were killed and two others critically injured after a small plane crashed near Sierra Sky Park Airport in northwest Fresno, California, on Saturday afternoon. Emergency teams rushed to the scene, while authorities continued investigating the cause of the crash

Plane crashes in California's Fresno, leaves 2 dead, 2 injured; probe underway | VIDEO

During an air show performance in southern Portugal on Sunday, two small planes collided midair, according to the air force.&nbsp;

In a brief statement, the air force said, "The Air Force regrets to announce that at 4:05 pm (1505 GMT), at the Beja Air Show, two planes were the victim of an accident during an aerial demonstration" involving six aircraft.

According to Portuguese media, one of the aircraft's pilots had passed away. They identified the planes as two Yakovlev Yak-52s, a Soviet-designed aerobatic training aircraft.

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According to the air force, emergency services were on the site, and the show at Beja airport has been cancelled.

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A spectator's video, released on social media, showed a formation of six planes in flight, with one climbing, appearing to contact one of the others, and then plummeting to earth.

According to Portuguese newspapers, the six planes were members of an aerobatic group known as the "Yak Stars".

Witnesses stated that the event's organisers advertised it as the largest civil aerobatics group in southern Europe.

(With inputs from agencies)

During an air show performance in southern Portugal on Sunday, two small planes collided midair, according to the air force. In a brief statement, the air force said, "The Air Force regrets to announce that at 4:05 pm (1505 GMT), at the Beja Air Show, two planes were the victim of an accident during an aerial demonstration" involving six aircraft.

During an air show performance in southern Portugal on Sunday, two small planes collided midair, according to the air force. In a brief statement, the air force said, "The Air Force regrets to announce that at 4:05 pm (1505 GMT), at the Beja Air Show, two planes were the victim of an accident during an aerial demonstration" involving six aircraft. According to Portuguese media, one of the aircraft's pilots had passed away. They identified the planes as two Yakovlev Yak-52s, a Soviet-designed aerobatic training aircraft. 2 planes collide and crash during airshow in Portugal#portugal #airshow #planecrash #airplanes #shocking #WATCH #portugese pic.twitter.com/KZ1sqQnQBB — Puneet Goyal (@goyalpuneet11) June 2, 2024 × According to the air force, emergency services were on the site, and the show at Beja airport has been cancelled. Also read: ‘Bad for world’: Zelensky chides China for ‘supporting’ Russia’s war machinery in Ukraine A spectator's video, released on social media, showed a formation of six planes in flight, with one climbing, appearing to contact one of the others, and then plummeting to earth. According to Portuguese newspapers, the six planes were members of an aerobatic group known as the "Yak Stars". Witnesses stated that the event's organisers advertised it as the largest civil aerobatics group in southern Europe. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch | Mid-air collision claims pilot's life at Portuguese air show

On the same day, two individuals Stefano Pirelli, aged 30, and his fiancée, Antonietta Demasi, aged 22, were involved in&nbsp;separate plane crashes but&nbsp;had a remarkable escape. The couple had planned a lunch date with friends, taking two different flights to Savona. After dinner, they decided to fly to Turin, Italy, and it was during this flight that both aircraft experienced issues and ultimately crashed.

Stefano boarded the two-seater Tecnam P92 Echo Super, which after experiencing technical difficulties crashed. Meanwhile, Antonietta’s plane experienced trouble just 25 miles away in Busano. Surprisingly, Stefano escaped unharmed, although Antonietta was slightly hurt when her plane crashed. Firefighters managed to successfully rescue both of them from the locations of their separate accidents.

Pirilli claimed that Antonietta was having her first flight experience and expressed regret for the outcome. He continued by saying that although their day had begun beautifully, but ended with both crashing into separate planes. He said they were fortunate to not have died, adding their thoughts were with the injured pilots.

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<h2>Survivors and Injuries</h2>

Following the incidents, Stefano and Antonietta were transported to the hospital, along with the pilots of the crashed vehicles, While Antonietta suffered pelvic injuries, Stefano emerged unharmed. Both pilots of the&nbsp; aircrafts&nbsp;also sustained injuries with Antonietta’s pilot suffering a head wound, and Stefano’s pilot incurring minor injuries.&nbsp;

<h2>Investigation Underway</h2>

An investigation has been initiated by Civil aviation authorities into both crashes. This event has been termed a "one in a million" coincidence due to the rarity of two related people being involved in separate plane disasters on the same day. The couple’s experience is a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life and the importance of safety in aviation.

(With inputs from agencies)

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On the same day, two individuals Stefano Pirelli, aged 30, and his fiancée, Antonietta Demasi, aged 22, were involved in separate plane crashes but had a remarkable escape.

On the same day, two individuals Stefano Pirelli, aged 30, and his fiancée, Antonietta Demasi, aged 22, were involved in separate plane crashes but had a remarkable escape. The couple had planned a lunch date with friends, taking two different flights to Savona. After dinner, they decided to fly to Turin, Italy, and it was during this flight that both aircraft experienced issues and ultimately crashed. Stefano boarded the two-seater Tecnam P92 Echo Super, which after experiencing technical difficulties crashed. Meanwhile, Antonietta’s plane experienced trouble just 25 miles away in Busano. Surprisingly, Stefano escaped unharmed, although Antonietta was slightly hurt when her plane crashed. Firefighters managed to successfully rescue both of them from the locations of their separate accidents. Pirilli claimed that Antonietta was having her first flight experience and expressed regret for the outcome. He continued by saying that although their day had begun beautifully, but ended with both crashing into separate planes. He said they were fortunate to not have died, adding their thoughts were with the injured pilots. Also read | Crafting tomorrow's spaces: The intelligent intersection of AI and Interior Design Survivors and Injuries Following the incidents, Stefano and Antonietta were transported to the hospital, along with the pilots of the crashed vehicles, While Antonietta suffered pelvic injuries, Stefano emerged unharmed. Both pilots of the aircrafts also sustained injuries with Antonietta’s pilot suffering a head wound, and Stefano’s pilot incurring minor injuries. Investigation Underway An investigation has been initiated by Civil aviation authorities into both crashes. This event has been termed a "one in a million" coincidence due to the rarity of two related people being involved in separate plane disasters on the same day. The couple’s experience is a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life and the importance of safety in aviation. (With inputs from agencies)

Italian couple survives separate plane crashes on the same day

Rescuers have recovered all the bodies from the wreckage site of the Tara Air plane that crashed in Nepal’s mountainous Mustang district on Sunday with 22 persons on board, including four Indians.

Nepal plane crash kills all passengers on board, army recovers all bodies

A Zimbabwean military helicopter crashed into a house outside the capital Harare, killing a child and all three crew members, the air force said.

The accident took place on Friday in the village of Acturus, around 30 kilometres (18 miles) east of Harare.

"The helicopter crashed into a house and sadly claimed the lives of two pilots and a technician as well as a child on the ground," the Air Force of Zimbabwe (AFZ) said in a statement.

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The child's mother and another young girl were taken to hospital with burn injuries, it added.

Contact with the helicopter was lost after it took off from Zimbabwe's Manyame Air Base in Harare.

Search and rescue teams sent to locate the aircraft eventually found the wreckage.

The AFZ said the cause of the accident would be investigated and that funeral arrangements would be made.

"We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives," Air Marshal Elson Moyo said in the statement.

"Our hearts and prayers are with the families of the deceased and those injured."

Zimbabwe's air force has been unable to renew its fleet in recent years due to sanctions imposed by Western countries for alleged rights violations.

A Zimbabwean military helicopter crashed into a house outside the capital Harare, killing a child and all three crew members, the air force said. The accident took place on Friday in the village of Acturus, around 30 kilometres (18 miles) east of Harare.

A Zimbabwean military helicopter crashed into a house outside the capital Harare, killing a child and all three crew members, the air force said. The accident took place on Friday in the village of Acturus, around 30 kilometres (18 miles) east of Harare. "The helicopter crashed into a house and sadly claimed the lives of two pilots and a technician as well as a child on the ground," the Air Force of Zimbabwe (AFZ) said in a statement. Watch | The child's mother and another young girl were taken to hospital with burn injuries, it added. Contact with the helicopter was lost after it took off from Zimbabwe's Manyame Air Base in Harare. Search and rescue teams sent to locate the aircraft eventually found the wreckage. The AFZ said the cause of the accident would be investigated and that funeral arrangements would be made. "We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives," Air Marshal Elson Moyo said in the statement. "Our hearts and prayers are with the families of the deceased and those injured." Zimbabwe's air force has been unable to renew its fleet in recent years due to sanctions imposed by Western countries for alleged rights violations.

Zimbabwe air force helicopter crash kills child and 3 crew

A sad incident took place in Canada on Sunday, as a plane from Canada's Snowbirds, an elite air force aerobatics team, crashed in British Columbia during a performance to salute the COVID-19 warriors.

The performance was to thank the frontline workers and public for the efforts against the coronavirus, the military said.

According to local media, the plane crashed into the front yard of a house shortly after taking off from Kamloops Airport on Sunday morning along with one other plane.

Provincial Health Minister Adrian Dix stated that one person has been admitted to the hospital.

"The #RCAF has been made aware that a Canadian Forces Snowbirds aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Kamloops, BC. "Our priority at this time is determining the status of our personnel and supporting emergency personnel," the Royal Canadian Air Force tweeted, without giving further details.

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Witnesses said the pilot managed to eject from the plane with a parachute before the crash. Local media reportes state that he landed on the roof of a house, and has suffered back and neck injuries.

A part of the house was on fire, and the pictures emerging from locals showed debris infront of the house.&nbsp;"It was complete chaos. People were yelling and screaming. We thought we were getting bombed or something. That's how hectic it was," a local man, next to whose house the plane crashed, was quoted by local media news network.

The two planes were scheduled to fly over British Columbia as part of a tour dubbed "Operation Inspiration," launched earlier this month to pay tribute to Canadians' efforts to battle the coronavirus pandemic.

The Snowbirds' signature nine-jet formation, with trailing white smoke, began its tour in Nova Scotia and was to perform aerial displays over cities from the Atlantic to the Pacific oceans, at elevations as low as 500 feet (150 meters).

(With inputs from AFP)

A sad incident took place in Canada on Sunday, as a plane from Canada's Snowbirds, an elite air force aerobatics team, crashed in British Columbia during a performance to salute the COVID-19 warriors.

A sad incident took place in Canada on Sunday, as a plane from Canada's Snowbirds, an elite air force aerobatics team, crashed in British Columbia during a performance to salute the COVID-19 warriors. The performance was to thank the frontline workers and public for the efforts against the coronavirus, the military said. According to local media, the plane crashed into the front yard of a house shortly after taking off from Kamloops Airport on Sunday morning along with one other plane. Provincial Health Minister Adrian Dix stated that one person has been admitted to the hospital. "The #RCAF has been made aware that a Canadian Forces Snowbirds aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Kamloops, BC. "Our priority at this time is determining the status of our personnel and supporting emergency personnel," the Royal Canadian Air Force tweeted, without giving further details. Also read: Canada strikes deal with China to make coronavirus vaccine Witnesses said the pilot managed to eject from the plane with a parachute before the crash. Local media reportes state that he landed on the roof of a house, and has suffered back and neck injuries. A part of the house was on fire, and the pictures emerging from locals showed debris infront of the house. "It was complete chaos. People were yelling and screaming. We thought we were getting bombed or something. That's how hectic it was," a local man, next to whose house the plane crashed, was quoted by local media news network. The two planes were scheduled to fly over British Columbia as part of a tour dubbed "Operation Inspiration," launched earlier this month to pay tribute to Canadians' efforts to battle the coronavirus pandemic. The Snowbirds' signature nine-jet formation, with trailing white smoke, began its tour in Nova Scotia and was to perform aerial displays over cities from the Atlantic to the Pacific oceans, at elevations as low as 500 feet (150 meters). (With inputs from AFP)

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