New Cumberland, PA – Two Injured in Plane Crash on Pennsylvania Tpke

New Cumberland, PA (May 31, 2023) – Two people sustained injuries in a plane crash that took place when a plane struck a utility truck in New Cumberland on Wednesday afternoon, May 31.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the accident happened around 2:35 p.m. on the offramp of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near the area of the Capital City Airport. Two people were allegedly inside a single-engine Cessna 180 plane when it suddenly crashed due to unknown reasons on the turnpike, striking a utility truck. The accident led to extensive damage to the truck and plane.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One of the passengers of the plane was rushed to the hospital by a medical helicopter for treatment of serious injuries. The other person inside the plane was also injured but was taken to the hospital by ambulance. The driver of the truck was not injured. None of the victims have yet been identified.

Due to the severity of the accident, a large portion of the roadway was blocked off for some time after the accident as police and hazmat crews cleared the scene.

No further details have been released at this time. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.

We offer our warmest sympathies to the parties injured in this collision with hopes of a full recovery.

Plane Crashes in Pennsylvania 

Aviation accidents do not happen commonly in Pennsylvania and the rest of the U.S. These accidents, which frequently involve private planes when they do occur, leading to catastrophic damages and even take lives within seconds. Between the years 2015 and 2020, it was reported that only 0.34 plane accidents took place out of every 100,000 departures in the U.S. Almost 80% of the plane collisions that took place over the years happened due to human error. If you have been hurt in a traumatic plane crash, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney that you can trust.

There have been many improvements to aviation standards over the years. However, plane crashes still tend to happen due to a wide array of reasons. These include some of the following:

• Human error
• Mistakes by crew members
• Weather conditions not fit for flight
• Improper maintenance of an aircraft
• Design defects in a plane

Being hurt in a plane crash can turn your life upside-down in the blink of an eye. If you have been hurt in one of these collisions, you should speak with a dedicated and knowledgeable New Cumberland personal injury lawyer immediately.

Our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here to assist you after a plane accident that was caused by another party’s negligence. We will help you identify who is at fault for your accident, as well as comply with the deadlines in your claim so that you can get the best results. You should never delay when it comes to bringing a claim, as time is of the essence. Contact a plane accident attorney in New Cumberland at (215) 731-9900 to find out what we can do for you.