Mount Beauty, Victoria – An aircraft crash at a scenic country airport in Mount Beauty, Victoria, claimed the lives of two individuals on board over the weekend. The incident occurred at around 1:40 pm on Saturday, prompting ambulances and emergency services to rush to the scene at the Mount Beauty airport.

The pilot and passenger, yet to be identified, tragically perished at the crash site despite the valiant efforts of CFA volunteers and ambulance crews who tried to revive them. The aircraft crashed while flying over Embankment Drive, resulting in a devastating outcome for the occupants.

According to eyewitnesses, the light plane appeared to be attempting a landing before it veered off course, ultimately crashing into a paddock near the runway. Emergency services were swift to respond, but unfortunately, the two individuals onboard did not survive the impact.

The Country Fire Authority (CFA) mobilized units from Mount Beauty and Tawonga to the scene, along with the assistance of Air Ambulance, Ambulance Victoria, and Victoria Police. The CFA confirmed that emergency crews would remain at the site for an extended period to investigate the crash and provide assistance as needed.

This tragic incident brings to mind the memory of another fatal crash at Mount Beauty Airport in 2022, involving pilot Matthew Farrell. The inquest into that crash raised concerns about training adequacy and pilot preparation, shedding light on the potential risks associated with air travel.

As investigations into the recent crash continue, the community mourns the loss of the two individuals and reflects on the importance of safety measures in aviation. The aviation community is likely to scrutinize the circumstances surrounding the crash to prevent similar tragedies in the future.