Investigation launched after fatal plane crash near Bagby Airfield in North Yorkshire

An investigation has been launched into a fatal plane crash in North Yorkshire.

Emergency services were called after the light aircraft came down in a field near Bagby Airfield, near Thirsk, at around 7.45pm on Thursday.

A man in his 20s, believed to be the only person on board, died. His family are being supported by specially trained officers.

North Yorkshire Police asked people to avoid the area while emergency services dealt with the incident.

Pictures from the scene show extensive wreckage.

The Air Accident Investigation Branch said on Friday: "The AAIB has launched an investigation into a fatal accident involving a twin engine light aircraft which occurred yesterday near Bagby Airfield, Thirsk, Yorkshire.

"A team of inspectors arrived on site this morning to gather evidence and begin an investigation."

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