One Dead After Small Plane Crashes Near Lafayette Airport

Lafayette, LA -

One person has died following a small plane crash near Lafayette Regional Airport on Friday, September 11th, 2023, according to the Lafayette Fire Department.

The Lafayette Police Department reported the crash around 10:30 a.m. and revealed that the plane went down in a field near the airport, causing a small fire.

Emergency personnel arrived at the scene and extinguished the fire, discovering one person dead inside the wreckage. The victim's identity has not yet been released.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the crash to determine the cause.

The Lafayette Regional Airport remains open, and flights are operating as scheduled. However, travelers are advised to check with their airlines for any potential delays or cancellations.

This is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.