Lancaster County plane crash: Crews on scene
Emergency crews are on the scene of a plane crash in Lancaster County Sunday.
MANHEIM TWP. Pa. – Multiple crews are on the scene of a crash incident in Manheim Township.
Details of this story are developing.
What we know:
According to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officials, a Beechcraft Bonanza aircraft crashed in Lancaster County around 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 9.
The crash happened near Fairview Drive and Meadowview Court at Brethren Village Retirement Community in Manheim Township.
FAA officials say five people were on board the small plane.
Multiple crews were dispatched to the scene.
According to WGAL, Route 501 is closed in both directions.
The FAA is investigating.
What they’re saying:
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro says PA State Police are assisting local first responders with the plane crash that occurred near Lancaster Airport.
“All Commonwealth resources are available as the response continues, and more information will be provided as it becomes available,” Governor Shapiro shared to X, formerly known as Twitter.
What we don’t know:
Authorities have not released any details regarding injuries at this time.
What’s next:
This is a developing story.
Check back for updates.
The Source: The information in this story is from Governor Josh Shapiro, Lancaster County-wide communications and WGAL.
