Plane Crash Near Fort Worth's Hicks Airfield
A twin-engine plane crashed near Hicks Airfield in Fort Worth, killing two people and igniting a fire that damaged at least ten semi-trucks.
The crash occurred in the 12700 block of N. Saginaw Blvd., near Avondale, at around 1:30 p.m. The plane, a King Air Twin Engine Aircraft, had departed from Alliance Airport.
- Two individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene.
- 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 in 35 minutes, at 2:11 p.m.
The Fort Worth Fire Department responded with 10 firetrucks, 14 support vehicles, and three ambulances.
No additional information was provided.
Author's summary: Plane crash near Fort Worth's Hicks Airfield kills two.