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Littleborough plane crash: Police begin their second day on scene after two men killed
ITV News
Police have begun their second day on the scene
of a plane crash that has left two men dead in Littleborough.
Greater Manchester Police say the two men died at the scene, and it is not believed anyone else was on board the Cirrus SR20 light aircraft.
A yellow parachute was seen caught in a pylon on Tuesday 3 February, believed to be part of the ballistic recovery system which features on Cirrus aircraft models, which deploys in emergency situations to lower the vehicle to the ground.
The parachute has been removed but the plane remained on scene as the Air Accident Investigation Branch launched an investigation into the collision, on Wednesday 4 February.
Flight tracking website FlightRadar24 reported the aircraft took off from Birmingham airport shortly before 10am on Tuesday morning, before sending its final signal near Marsden, West Yorkshire, around 40 minutes later.
The two men who were killed have not yet been identified.
Paul Waugh, Labour MP for Rochdale, posted on Facebook: "Our community is deeply saddened by the tragic small plane crash in Littleborough.
"Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to
the families and friends of the two people who lost their lives. No words can ease the shock of such a sudden loss, but we hope their loved ones find strength in the support around them and comfort in cherished memories."
"This is a truly awful tragedy and my thoughts are with the two men's families and friends. I want to thank all the emergency services who attended the scene and are working to gather evidence.
"All Rochdalians, including those of us who frequently walk across those moors beneath Blackstone Edge, will want to send our deepest condolences to those affected by this heartbreaking loss. As the police have said, if anyone has any information, or witnessed the crash, do get in touch with them."
GMP says police will remain on site while
investigations continue.
Chief Superintendent Danny Inglis, from GMP’s Rochdale district, said on Tuesday: "This is a devastating incident where two people have lost their lives and our thoughts are with their families and friends.
"We have been working closely with emergency service colleagues and partner agencies throughout the day to establish the full circumstances and we will be on scene overnight and into tomorrow.
"There will be an enhanced presence as officers and investigators comprehensively survey the area and ensure all available evidence is recovered. If anyone has any information, or witnessed the crash, we would urge you to get in touch with us."
An Air Accidents Investigation Branch spokesperson added: "An accident involving a light aircraft which occurred today (3 February) near Rochdale, Greater Manchester, has been notified to the AAIB. An investigation has been launched and a multidisciplinary team of inspectors are on their way to the accident site."
Witnesses are being asked to come forward to GMP.
https://www.itv.com/news/granada/2026-02-04/police-begin-second-day-on-scene-as-two-men-killed-in-littleborough-plane-crash
Delta flight lands safely at San Antonio airport after report of engine fire; no injuries
by Natali Castillo
SAN ANTONIO — A Delta plane landed safely at the San Antonio airport this morning after emergency crews responded to reports of a jet engine that caught fire.
The San Antonio Fire Department was called around 11:05 a.m. to the San Antonio Airport for an in-flight emergency.
Fire officials said they were initially called for a report of smoke coming from the jet engine of a plane with about 143 people on board.
The plane has since landed safely, and responding fire units were cancelled. On-site personnel remained on scene as it was taxied.
"The plane landed safely, and the passengers were placed on alternative flights. Safety is the top priority at San Antonio International Airport," said the airport in a statement.
No injuries were reported.
https://news4sanantonio.com/news/local/delta-flight-lands-safely-at-san-antonio-airport-after-report-of-engine-fire-no-injuries
Today in History
60 Years ago today: On 4 February 1966 All Nippon Airways - ANA flight 60, a Boeing 727, crashed into the sea while on approach to Tokyo-Haneda Airport, Japan, killing all 133 occupants
| Date: | Friday 4 February 1966 |
| Time: | 19:00 |
| Type: | Boeing 727-81 |
| Owner/operator: | All Nippon Airways - ANA |
| Registration: | JA8302 |
| MSN: | 18822/126 |
| Year of manufacture: | 1965 |
| Engine model: | P&W JT8D-7 |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 133 / Occupants: 133 |
| Other fatalities: | 0 |
| Aircraft damage: | Destroyed, written off |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | 12 km ESE off Tokyo-Haneda Airport (HND) [Tokyo Bay] - Japan |
| Phase: | Approach |
| Nature: | Passenger - Scheduled |
| Departure airport: | Sapporo-Chitose Airport (CTS/RJCC) |
| Destination airport: | Tokyo-Haneda Airport (HND/RJTT) |
Narrative:
All Nippon Airways - ANA flight 60, a Boeing 727, crashed into the sea while on approach to Tokyo-Haneda Airport, Japan, killing all 133 occupants
The Boeing 727-81 departed Sapporo-Chitose Airport, Japan about 18:00 hours local time on a domestic flight to Tokyo-Haneda Airport.
While approaching the airport, the crew cancelled IFR and radioed their intention to continue VFR. At 18:59 hours the flight was instructed to report when entering the right base leg for an approach to runway 33R. Wind was reported being 020 degrees at 10 knots. The flight reported on a long base at 19:00 hours. This was the last radio contact with the flight.
The aircraft impacted the water, 12 km east-southeast of the airport, disintegrated and sank.
