Small Plane Crashes on German Highway, Killing Two People

A tragic plane crash in Germany has claimed the lives of two people after a small aircraft crashed onto a busy motorway in Saxony-Anhalt.

The accident happened at around 2:48 PM on the A2 motorway between Burg and Krähenberge, heading towards Hanover.

According to police, the aircraft caught fire after hitting the highway. Both people on board were found dead by emergency rescue teams.

The aircraft reportedly belonged to the Aero Club Kropp, based in Schleswig-Holstein. The club confirmed that one of its members and another person were on board.

Initial flight-tracking information suggests the aircraft may have been a two-seat Aerostyle Breezer ultralight. However, authorities have not officially confirmed the aircraft's exact type.

Firefighters, police officers and medical teams attended the scene. Fortunately, other vehicles travelling on the motorway were not affected.

The A2 motorway towards Hanover was closed while emergency teams worked to remove the wreckage and investigate the accident.

The cause of the crash remains unknown. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine what happened.

Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives.

LATAM Airlines LA2424 Declares In-Flight Emergency

A LATAM Airlines Peru flight declared an in-flight emergency after experiencing a technical issue while travelling from Lima, Peru, to São Paulo, Brazil.

The Boeing 767-300ER operating flight LA2424 reportedly activated the general emergency code 7700 and changed course, returning to Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima.

Oxygen Masks Deployed During Emergency

During the incident, the aircraft descended over Peru's Ica region before heading back towards Lima. As part of the onboard safety procedures, oxygen masks were deployed in the passenger cabin.

The crew carried out the necessary emergency procedures, including descent and turning manoeuvres, to bring the aircraft safely back to the departure airport.

Safe Landing in Lima

The aircraft landed safely at Jorge Chávez International Airport. According to LATAM Airlines Peru, no passengers or crew members were injured.

Passengers received assistance at the airport, and the airline arranged another aircraft to help them continue their journey to São Paulo, Brazil.

The incident highlights the importance of aircraft emergency procedures and crew training in managing unexpected technical problems during flight.