Australia

Three dead after two light planes collide in midair

October 26, 2024 4:45 pm

Ambulance and fire crews have responded to a deadly light-plane collision in Sydney. (Supplied/AAP PHOTOS)

Three men have died after two light planes collided midair over Sydney’s southwest.

Emergency crews responded to reports the planes collided about 11.50am on Saturday near Belimbla Park in Oakdale.

Police confirmed three men travelling in the two aircraft have died.

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They have set up two crime scenes, and a number of ambulance and fire crews have responded to the crash.

The crash sites, covered by bushland, are near two flying schools and the Oaks Airfield.

Authorities are urging the public to stay away.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau will investigate the crash.