Light Aircraft Crashes at Land's End Airport in Cornwall
Light Aircraft Crashes at Land's End Airport Cornwall

A light aircraft crashed upon landing at Land’s End Airport in Cornwall on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Police officers were called to the airport in St Just late in the morning following a report of a plane crash.

Details of the Incident

The aircraft, believed to have been travelling from Devon, had two occupants on board. Their condition has not yet been disclosed. Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed that the Air Accident Investigation Branch has been informed and will conduct an inquiry into the crash.

Location and Response

Land’s End Airport is located about eight miles south of Penzance, a popular seaside town in Cornwall. Emergency services attended the scene, and the airport operations were affected. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.

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