A pilot has died after a Spitfire crashed in a area near an RAF station in Lincolnshire, officers mentioned.
Emergency providers have been known as to the sphere off Langrick Street, Coningsby shortly earlier than 13:20 BST on Saturday.
The World Battle Two-era airplane belonged to the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight based mostly at RAF Coningsby, the RAF mentioned.
It mentioned a “complete investigation” can be accomplished and it will not speculate on the reason for the crash.
The RAF assertion reads: “It’s with nice disappointment that we should verify the loss of life of an RAF pilot in a tragic accident close to RAF Coningsby right this moment.
“The pilot’s household have been knowledgeable and we ask that their privateness is revered at this troublesome time.”
The Prince and Princess of Wales have been amongst many who’ve paid tribute to the pilot who has not but been named.
In an announcement posted on their X account, they mentioned: “Extremely unhappy to listen to of the information this afternoon from RAF Coningsby. Our ideas this night are with the pilot’s family members, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, and the broader RAF household. W & C.”
Earlier, Lincolnshire Police mentioned the plane got here down in a area off Langrick Street, which runs alongside the perimeter of the RAF station.
Street closures are in place round Dogdyke Street and Sandy Financial institution, with motorists requested to keep away from the world.
