Aircraft accident close to London city - Aircraft accident nearby London
In an unexpected turn of events, a small plane crash at London Southend Airport on Sunday, July 13, 2025, has left the local community in shock. The aircraft involved was a Beech B200 Super King Air, a 12-meter long plane that was en route to Lelystad in the Netherlands when it met with tragedy just a few minutes after takeoff.
The crash resulted in a massive fireball and a large plume of black smoke, as witnessed by several individuals and captured in videos and photos shared on social media. Emergency services, including multiple fire crews, ambulances, hazardous area response teams, and an air ambulance, were swiftly dispatched to the scene.
As a precaution, nearby facilities such as Rochford Hundred Golf Club and Westcliff Rugby Club were evacuated due to their proximity to the crash site. The incident was described as a "serious incident" by Essex Police, who confirmed their presence at the scene, working alongside other emergency services.
At the time of writing, details about the number of casualties or injuries have not been released, and the cause of the crash remains unconfirmed. Officials are still investigating the incident, and it is expected that the operation at the airport will continue for several hours.
Four scheduled flights were canceled following the crash, causing disruption to the day's travel plans. Another eyewitness, a staff member at a nearby golf club, reported feeling a "huge heat wave" and seeing a "huge fireball." The number of people on board the plane remains unclear.
David Burton-Sampson, MP for Southend West and Leigh, advised people to stay away from the airport and let emergency services do their job. The airport, located 60 kilometers east of London in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, remains a hub of activity as the investigation and emergency response continue.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as information becomes available. Our thoughts are with those affected by this tragic event.
In the following day, the general-news outlets in London reported on the small aircraft accident at London Southend Airport, which occurred on Sunday, July 13, 2025. The sports channels also covered the unexpected event, as the incident happened just a few miles away from Rochford Hundred Golf Club and Westcliff Rugby Club, where local sports competitions were scheduled.
