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Sun 26 Apr 2026 • 12:24

Smoke billows from RAF plane following crash at Clacton Airfield

Smoke billows from RAF plane following crash at Clacton Airfield

# Smoke rises from plane after aircraft crashes into Clacton field

Emergency services rushed to Clacton Airfield today following a plane crash that left smoke billowing from the wreckage. The incident occurred earlier in the day, prompting a swift response from local fire and rescue teams.

Multiple fire engines and police units were dispatched to the scene to tackle the fire and begin an investigation into the cause of the crash. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the aircraft go down in a field near the airfield, creating a significant disturbance in the area.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed that the plane involved belonged to the Royal Air Force, which raises concerns about possible implications for public safety. Local authorities are assessing the situation and conducting inquiries to gather more information about the cause of the crash, but detailed investigations are still ongoing.

Officials urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward as emergency responders work diligently to manage the situation. The scene remains under close examination as specialist teams evaluate the wreckage.