Kanpur, UP: A twin-engine, four-seater training aircraft crashed in a field near Kanpur on Thursday, killing the instructor pilot and trainee pilot, ANI reported, citing police.

According to preliminary information, the aircraft belonged to a private company and was being used for training purposes when it crashed.

Following the incident, local residents rushed to the spot, while police and administrative officials also reached the site.

Further details about the cause of the crash and the identity of those on board are awaited.