Emergency services have responded to a fatal recreational aircraft crash in the state's north today.
About 11.20am (Sunday 29 December 2024), emergency services responded to reports of a recreational aircraft crash on Palmers Island – about 8km west of Yamba.
The pilot of the aircraft died at the scene. While the body is yet to be formally identified, it is believed to be that of a man aged in his 60s.
The other occupant – a man believed to be aged in his 30s – suffered serious injuries and was taken to Gold Coast Hospital for treatment.
Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District are currently at the location and have secured a crime scene.
Members of the public are urged to avoid the area.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are underway.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
