Plane Crash In Winchester

Downed plane in Winchester

Downed plane in Winchester

Authorities confirmed a small plane crashed just after takeoff at the Winchester Municipal Airport on Saturday.
Officials said the Mooney 21 aircraft had 5 people on board. All 5 suffered injuries and were taken to nearby Southern Tennessee Medical Center for treatment. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said they were expected to survive. The names of those injured have not been released.
Authorities said the plane initially made impact in the ground, skidded across Williams Cove Road, and spun around, stopping partially on the road.
The investigation will be conducted by the Federal Aviation Administration.