Man in hospital following plane crash on London-Essex border
The light aircraft came down in Upminster yesterday.
A man is in hospital after a plane crash in east London, on the border with Essex.
The light aircraft came down near Aveley Road, Upminster, just after 1pm, the Metropolitan Police have said.
A male passenger was taken to hospital for treatment and officers are awaiting an update on his condition, the force added in a statement.
Police, London Ambulance Service and Essex Fire Brigade all attended.
Aveley Road is close to Damyns Hall Aerodrome; which hosts light aircraft, flying lessons, aerobatic experiences and helicopters.
The aerodrome is largely surrounded by fields and woodland.
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) is now leading inquiries into the crash, the Met said.
An AAIB spokesperson said: "We are aware of the accident. We will be deploying inspectors to the scene."