In a tragic incident, a small aircraft crashed into a residential area in Pembroke Pines, Florida, on Sunday, July 13. The plane, a Cessna T337G, was making its final approach to North Perry Airport when it hit a tree and fell to the ground.

As reported by Fox News, video footage shows the plane descending sharply before crashing into a tree and bursting into flames near nearby homes. The crash sent neighbours running to the scene, where the aircraft was in flames. According to eyewitnesses, the crash occurred just a mile short of the airport’s runway.

“You could hear the deceleration, and then it just smacked the tree,” said resident Eddie Crispin, who witnessed the incident. “The moment it hit the ground, neighbours sprang into action without hesitation.”

Residents played a critical role in rescuing the passengers. “The neighbour across the street grabbed a fire extinguisher to fight the flames,” Crispin said. “Another neighbour used a water hose to douse the plane, while someone else showed up with an axe to break a window.”

The Pembroke Pines Police confirmed that the four individuals on board, a pilot and three passengers, were safely rescued from the crash. “Officers are assisting with a small plane crash in the area of SW 14 Street & SW 68 Blvd,” police said in a statement posted to X. “One pilot and three passengers are all safely out of the plane.”

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the cause of the crash. Initial findings suggest the aircraft was attempting to land when it went down for reasons yet to be determined.

“The wreckage will be recovered to a secure facility in Jacksonville, Florida, for further examination,” the NTSB said in a statement to Fox News Digital.

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