DHL Cargo Plane Crashes In Lithuania, Killing 1, Local Officials Say
A DHL cargo plane crashed in Lithuania on Saturday, killing one person and injuring another, local officials said.
What Happened? The Key Details You Need to Know
The plane, a Boeing 737, was en route from Bergamo, Italy, to Vilnius, Lithuania, when it crashed shortly before landing at Vilnius Airport.
The pilot, who was the only person on board, was killed in the crash. The plane was carrying a cargo of mail.
Why Does This Matter? The Bigger Picture
The crash is the first fatal accident involving a DHL cargo plane in Lithuania.
It is also the first fatal accident involving a Boeing 737 in Lithuania since 2000.
Voices from the Scene – What Are People Saying?
“We heard a loud noise and then we saw the plane crash into the ground,” said a witness who lives near the airport.
“It was a terrible sight,” the witness said.
What’s Next? Future Implications and Takeaways
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
DHL has suspended all flights to and from Vilnius Airport until further notice.
