- By Shivangi Sharma
- Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:11 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Three people were killed after a small six-seater plane crashed near the Boca Raton Airport in South Florida on Friday morning. According to the Boca Raton Police Department, the aircraft went down near North Military Trail and Butts Road around 10:20 am, prompting road closures and emergency response in the area.
The plane, identified as a Cessna 310R, had just taken off from Boca Raton Airport before crashing close to Interstate 95 and nearby railroad tracks. Authorities confirmed the aircraft was en route to Tallahassee at the time of the accident.
Flight Data Reveals Final Moments
Data from the flight tracking platform FlightAware shows that the plane circled the area for approximately 20 minutes after takeoff, suggesting a possible mechanical issue or in-flight emergency. Eyewitnesses and local media reported seeing smoke and flames shortly after the crash, with debris scattered across the road and nearby train tracks.
Local emergency services, including firefighters and paramedics, were quick to arrive at the scene, where they encountered a fiery wreck and a large plume of smoke. Despite rescue efforts, none of the three people onboard survived.
Plane crashes in Boca Raton, Florida, and sadly, all three aboard have perished.
— Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) April 11, 2025
The plane reportedly had “mechanical issues.”
RIP to the victims and shame on Democrats who will shamefully use this as another opportunity to wrongly attack President Trump.pic.twitter.com/GlVqfAuSEU
Road Closures And Travel Disruptions
As a result of the crash, several roads near the airport, including parts of North Military Trail and Butts Road, were closed off for investigation. Commuters were advised to avoid the area, and rail traffic in the vicinity was temporarily halted.
“We are deeply saddened to confirm that a plane crash occurred earlier today within our community,” said Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer. “Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic event. We ask for patience and respect for the families involved as investigations continue.”
