Two in hospital after Eccles plane crash
A light aircraft crashed at Barton Aerodrome earlier this evening
Last updated 30th Apr 2025
It's understood two people have been seriously injured in a plane crash in Eccles.
Emergency services rushed to the scene at Barton Aerodrome at around 5:30pm this evening.
It's not clear exactly what happened but Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service say:
"At around 5.30pm today three fire engines from across Greater Manchester and the technical response unit attended an aircraft crash at Barton Aerodrome, Eccles.
“Firefighters arrived quickly and assisted Greater Manchester Police, North West Ambulance Service and the airport fire service in making the area safe and helping two casualties out of the aircraft.
"Both casualties were transferred into the care of North West Ambulance Service and transferred to Salford Royal Hospital.
"Crews were in attendance for roughly one hour."
Meanwhile an update from Greater Manchester Police reads:
"Emergency services are currently responding to a plane crash at Barton Aerodrome.
"Two men have been taken to hospital, one with life-threatening injuries and another with potentially life-changing injuries.
"A scene is in place whilst emergency service workers conduct their enquiries and people are asked to avoid the area."