A small plane crashed at a Montana airport, triggering a massive fireball that lit up the sky. The terrifying incident was caught on camera by stunned witnesses, showing the aircraft engulfed in flames moments after impact.
Emergency services raced to the scene as thick black smoke billowed into the air. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with authorities working to determine whether mechanical failure or pilot error was to blame.
Eyewitnesses Describe Chaotic Scene
Local residents reported hearing a loud explosion before seeing flames shoot high above the airport. "It was like something out of a movie," one witness said. "The entire sky turned orange."
Another bystander described the moment the plane went down: "There was this awful screeching noise, then boom – everything was on fire. I've never seen anything like it."
Emergency Response in Full Force
Firefighters battled the intense blaze for hours, working to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby fuel tanks. Airport operations were temporarily suspended as crews secured the area.
Authorities have not yet released information about potential casualties, though early reports suggest the pilot may have been the only person on board. The aircraft's registration and flight details are being examined as part of the ongoing investigation.
Aviation Safety Under Scrutiny
This incident marks another worrying entry in recent aviation safety records. Experts are calling for renewed focus on small aircraft maintenance protocols and pilot training standards.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has dispatched a team to conduct a full investigation. Their findings could lead to important safety recommendations for regional airports and private aircraft operators.
