Two individuals lost their lives, and 10 others were swiftly transported to the hospital following a small plane crash into a hangar at an Australian airport.

The Diamond DA42 twin-engine aircraft caught fire at Parafield Airport in northern Adelaide during its landing attempt around 2:10 pm local time on Wednesday.

Authorities confirmed that the pilot and passenger were among the deceased, while the 10 injured individuals were ground crew inside the hangar during the incident. The crash resulted in a significant fire that has since been put out. Witnesses reported seeing thick black smoke in the vicinity, prompting local residents to stay indoors and close all windows and doors.

Chief Inspector Andrew McCracken informed the press that the plane tragically crashed into hangar 54 shortly after takeoff, causing severe injuries, fires, and damage upon impact.

One person sustained life-threatening burns and was rushed to the Royal Adelaide Hospital, while two others were hospitalized with serious injuries. Additionally, one person had minor injuries, and six individuals experienced smoke inhalation. All the injured parties were inside the hangar at the time of the crash.

Ch Insp McCracken expressed condolences for the pilot, passenger, and the tight-knit Parafield community affected by the tragedy.

A witness named Ben, who was in the vicinity during the crash, described a significant fire in the airplane hangar, with multiple emergency response vehicles on the scene.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) chief commissioner Angus Mitchell announced the launch of an investigation. A team of transport safety investigators specializing in various aspects of aircraft operations will conduct thorough examinations at the crash site and analyze any crucial aircraft components.

This incident will be subject to detailed scrutiny to ascertain the cause and prevent similar occurrences in the future.