At approximately 1200 EST, reports began to emerge of a small plane crash outside of Gateswood, Alabama. By 1300 EST, the crash was confirmed off of Country Rd. 87 near the intersection with Allen Rd. The aircraft crashed in the tree line and did not impact residential structures.
Navy police just arrived on scene.
Whiting Field spox confirms two pilots were ejected — and both are receiving medical treatment.
She says the cause of the crash is still under investigation. @weartv pic.twitter.com/z0u5kaQqNA
— Olivia Iverson (@OliviaIversonTV) January 17, 2023
Both pilots ejected, survived, and are being treated for minor wounds. No cause of the crash has been determined or released as of this publication. The U.S. Navy maintains an outlying field, named Barin, near Summersdale, AL for their trainer aircraft to practice maneuvers.
#BREAKING: The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office confirms a small plane crashed this morning in Robertsdale.
Captain Clint Cadenhead tells me it happened near CR 87 and Allen Road.
We’re en route — I will post updates here. @weartv pic.twitter.com/cTdF5g2MCK
— Olivia Iverson (@OliviaIversonTV) January 17, 2023
