People going about their day along the Waterford coastline were caught off guard when reports emerged of a small aircraft getting into trouble over the south of Ireland.
What began as a seemingly normal afternoon quickly shifted into an urgent situation as emergency alerts were issued shortly before 1pm.
Immediate Response From Rescue Teams
Within minutes, Gardai and multiple emergency crews—including the Rescue 117 helicopter—raced toward the stretch between Waterford Airport and Tramore.
Authorities soon confirmed that a light aircraft had gone down, while aviation specialists later described it as a twin-engined general aviation plane.
Situation Still Unfolding
Officials have been cautious about releasing details.
Gardai stated that the incident is part of an active operation, which means information remains limited for now.
Flight-tracking service AirNav Radar reported that the aircraft had declared an emergency while flying over Ireland’s southern coast before it crashed.
Uncertainty About Who Was Onboard
So far, it is not clear how many occupants were inside the aircraft at the time.
Investigators believe it was not a commercial flight, but they have not yet confirmed the number of people on board or their condition.
Investigation Underway
Ireland’s Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) has begun looking into the crash.
Four inspectors have been sent to the site near Lisselan, just outside Tramore.
They are working alongside emergency responders and the Irish Aviation Authority to determine what happened.
Local Representatives React
Waterford Sinn Féin TD David Cullinane acknowledged the shock felt throughout the community, noting that a rescue helicopter was among the first responders.
He said many locals are hoping for the best outcome for whoever was involved.
Fellow Sinn Féin TD Conor D. McGuinness echoed that sentiment, urging people to avoid the area due to road closures and to give emergency teams space to work.
What Happens Next?
At this stage, authorities are still securing the scene and gathering information.
More updates are expected as investigators learn more about the cause of the crash, the condition of those on board, and the events leading up to the emergency call.
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