One dead after small plane crashes in Lafayette shortly after takeoff
LAFAYETTE — One person is dead following a plane crash in Lafayette Parish on Thursday morning, The Advocate reports.
The Lafayette Fire Department is investigating the small aircraft crash that occurred around 11:37 a.m. near Oakbourne Country Club, The Advocate reported. An investigation into the incident revealed a private aircraft crashed upon takeoff. One confirmed occupant inside the plane was pronounced deceased at the scene, The Advocate reported.
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The Lafayette Fire Department is on scene, and an investigation is ongoing.