Investigations underway as pilot dies after light aircraft crashes near Chesterfield

Police were called yesterday morning.

Bauer Media
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 2nd Sep 2024
Last updated 2nd Sep 2024

The pilot of a light aircraft which crashed at an industrial estate near Chesterfield has died.

In a statement Derbyshire Police said the pilot was the only person on board and his family has been informed:

"The pilot of a light aircraft that crashed in an industrial estate near Chesterfield has died.

"Emergency services were called to land off Sheepbridge Lane, in Sheepbridge, Chesterfield, earlier today (Sunday 1 September).

"An investigation into the circumstances is ongoing.

"The pilot was the only person on board and died in the collision. His family has been informed.

"Roads in the immediate area are closed and will remain shut for some time while the investigation continues."

The Air Accidents Investigation Branch said an investigation into the crash is under way and a team of inspectors has been sent to the site.

The emergency services were called to land off Sheepbridge Lane, in Sheepbridge, Chesterfield, on Sunday morning.

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