Emergency services attended Barton Aerodrome last night after an aircraft crashed ‘seriously injuring’ two people.
The incident is known to have occurred at 17:07 yesterday evening (Tuesday 29 April), with the emergency services attending the airport in Eccles.
The two people involved in the crash were taken to Salford Royal Hospital, one with life-threatening injuries and another with potentially life-changing injuries.
Barton Aerodrome also shared on social media: “Today at 17:07 an aircraft accident occurred within the Barton Aerodrome boundary, the AAIB have been informed and are carrying out an investigation.
“Our onsite RFFS attended the incident and have worked alongside external emergency services. The two persons on board the aircraft have been taken to hospital via road ambulance.”
Following the incident Greater Manchester Police said: “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.”
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said:“At around 5.30pm today (Tuesday 29 April), 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.”
Barton Aerodrome also shared on social media: “Today at 17:07 an aircraft accident occurred within the Barton Aerodrome boundary, the AAIB have been informed and are carrying out an investigation.
“Our onsite RFFS attended the incident and have worked alongside external emergency services. The two persons on board the aircraft have been taken to hospital via road ambulance.
More information will be provided when we receive further updates.
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