Tragedy in Texas: Cessna plane crash kills all 5 on board

Texas: A small aircraft crash near Austin, Texas, has resulted in the deaths of all five people on board, according to local authorities.

The incident occurred on Thursday night near Wimberley, located about 40 miles south-west of Austin. Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra confirmed that the crash took place at around 11 p.m.

The aircraft involved was identified as a Cessna 421C.

Authorities confirmed that all five individuals on board the aircraft died in the crash. The identities of the victims have not yet been released, as officials are in the process of notifying their families.

Initial information suggests that the aircraft was travelling at a high speed before it went down. However, the exact cause of the crash remains unclear.

Officials also noted that another aircraft operating in the same area landed safely near San Antonio.

Federal agencies launch probe

The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board have been notified and are leading the investigation into the crash.

Authorities are expected to examine multiple factors, including flight conditions, mechanical issues, and pilot actions.

Further details are awaited as investigators work to determine the circumstances that led to the fatal crash.

The incident adds to a series of aviation accidents under review by federal agencies in the United States.