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Two people were critically injured Wednesday afternoon when a small plane crashed and burned near Highway 101 in Goleta, according to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.
The aircraft, reportedly a single-engine Cirrus SR22, went down at about 2:15 p.m. on the Bishop Ranch, north of the freeway between Glen Annie Road and Los Carneros Road.
The 4-seat plane caught fire after the crash, and was putting up a large column of black smoke.
Two people — a 29-year-old man and a 32-ear-old woman — were on board the aircraft, according to fire Capt. Scott Safechuck.
Both suffered major injuries, and were taken by AMR ambulance to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
Their names and details on their conditions were not available.
The crash sparked a small vegetation fire in the area, which firefighters quickly contained, according to authorities.
The California Highway Patrol briefly closed one northbound Highway 101 lane in the area of the crash, and the Los Carneros Road offramp, causing a traffic back-up.
The aircraft appeared to be doing a touch-and-go on one of the Santa Barbara Airport‘s shorter north-south runways shortly before the crash, according to FlightRadar24.
The crash is under investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board.
Personnel from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office and the California Highway Patrol also responded to the incident.
Check back with Noozhawk for updates to this story.
Tragic Plane Crash in Goleta Leaves 2 Critically Injured – Bishop Ranch Community in Shock
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Credit: Courtesy SB Sheriff’s Office
[Update Wed., Jan 29, 3:11 pm]
Emergency personnel are at the scene of a small aircraft crash in an open field near the side of Highway 101 in Goleta, according to a statement from Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Raquel Zick.
The downed plane was reported around 2:30 p.m., with witnesses reporting plumes of black smoke visible from Camino Real Shopping Center, and Goleta Beach.
Zick urged the public to avoid the area to allow for equipment responding to the scene. The area is just a few miles north of Santa Barbara Airport.
The downed aircraft was reported to be a “small private plane” with two passengers aboard, according to Santa Barbara County Fire spokesperson Captain Scott Safechuck. Both passengers have been transported to the hospital with “major injuries.” The downed plane caused a small vegetation fire in the area, which was knocked down by 2:39 p.m.
This is a developing story. Check back for additional details as they become available.
A small aircraft has crashed near Highway 101 in Goleta, causing a major traffic jam and emergency response from local authorities. The incident occurred earlier this afternoon, with reports of the plane going down just off the highway.
Details are still emerging about the crash, including the number of passengers on board and the extent of any injuries. Emergency crews are currently on the scene, working to assess the situation and provide assistance to those involved.
The cause of the crash is not yet known, but witnesses have reported seeing the plane experiencing engine trouble before going down. The FAA and NTSB will be conducting a thorough investigation to determine what led to the incident.
In the meantime, drivers in the area are advised to avoid the affected section of Highway 101 and seek alternate routes if possible. Our thoughts are with those affected by this tragic event, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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A small plane crashed near Highway 101 in Goleta Wednesday afternoon, according to the the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.
Santa Barbara County Fire Department crews responded to the incident shortly after 2:15 p.m.
Two people suffered major injuries and were taken to the hospital, the department said on social media. The craft was described as a small private plane.
The fiery crash, which sent up a black plume of smoke, slowed freeway traffic near Los Carneros Road.
A photo posted by the sheriff’s office showed wreckage burning in a field. The blaze had spread to vegetation, fire officials said. Firefighters stopped forward progress by 2:40 p.m.
The California Highway Patrol closed one northbound lane and the right shoulder of the 101 as well as the northbound onramp from Los Carneros, the agency’s log showed.
This story will be updated.
Two people were injured in a small plane crash near Highway 101 in Goleta today. The single-engine aircraft went down shortly after takeoff, crashing into a field just off the highway.
Emergency responders were quick to arrive on the scene and treat the injured passengers. Both individuals were taken to a nearby hospital for further medical attention. Their current conditions are unknown at this time.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and authorities are working to determine what led to the incident. The wreckage of the plane has been cleared from the area, and traffic on Highway 101 is back to normal.
Our thoughts are with the injured individuals and their families during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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UPDATE (3:01 p.m.) – According to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, the small private plane crashed into a field off the northbound side of Highway 101.
The aircraft was on fire when first responders arrived at the scene and the flames spread to the grass. Forward progress of the fire was stopped by 2:40 p.m.
Two people reportedly suffered major injuries in the crash and were taken to the hospital by ambulance.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the #2 lane and right shoulder of northbound Highway 101 north of Los Carneros will be closed for an unknown duration while emergency responders are at the scene.
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(2:31 p.m.) – A small aircraft was reported down off Highway 101 between Storke Rd. and Los Carneros Rd. in Goleta on Wednesday afternoon.
It happened at around 2:15 p.m.
A Caltrans camera at Storke Rd. showed a plume of dark smoke in the area.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area to make space for emergency responders.
This is a developing story and will be updated with new information as it becomes available.
Breaking News: Small Aircraft Crashes off Highway 101 in Goleta
In a tragic turn of events, a small aircraft has crashed just off Highway 101 in Goleta. Emergency responders are currently on the scene, working tirelessly to assess the situation and provide assistance to those involved.
Details are still emerging, but witnesses report seeing the aircraft go down shortly after takeoff. The cause of the crash is unknown at this time, and authorities are investigating the incident.
Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by this devastating event. Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops.
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