Small plane crashes at Bolingbrook park, sending 2 to hospital
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. - A small plane crash in Chicago's southwest suburbs sent two people to the hospital Tuesday evening.
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What we know:
The crash happened around 6:30 p.m. at Indian Chase Meadows Park.
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The Bolingbrook Fire Department said two people on board were taken to a nearby hospital in stable condition.
Video from the scene showed first responders helping one of the occupants.
The plane suffered extensive damage and appeared to be torn apart in the crash.
What we don't know:
The cause of the crash remains unknown.
What's next:
The FAA is investigating.
Investigators are expected to document the scene, photograph the damage and debris, and examine the wreckage.
Then, specialized crews are usually brought in to drain the fuel, dismantle the plane and move it to a facility for further inspection.
The crash site could be cleared within the next few days, but the investigation is expected to take much longer.
A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board could be released in about 30 days. A final report explaining what caused the crash could take more than a year.
The Source: The information in this story came from the Bolingbrook Fire Department and video from the scene.