A man in his 70s from the Leeds area died at the scene.

17:33, Sun, Nov 2, 2025 Updated: 17:33, Sun, Nov 2, 2025

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The man died in the crash as the plane landed (Image: Google)

A man has died after a small plane crash-landed on a runway in Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire Police rushed ot the scene at Sherburn Aero Club in Elmet just before 1pm on Sunday.

A man in his 70s from the Leeds area died at the scene. He is believed to have been the only person on the aircraft.

A statement said: “Just before 1pm today, we were called to reports of a light aircraft crash at Sherburn Aero Club.

“It was reported that a small plane had crash landed on the runway.

“North Yorkshire Police attended along with other emergency services.

“Sadly, a man in his 70s from the Leeds area, who is believed to be the sole occupant, was pronounced dead.

“His family is currently being supported by specially-trained officers and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.”

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