<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>A small plane crash occurred at London’s Southend Airport in England, prompting an investigation to be launched.</li><li>The plane, operated by Zeusch Aviation, crashed on the runway and burst into flames shortly after takeoff for a trip to Lilystad, Netherlands.</li><li>Witnesses described seeing a 'big fireball' after the plane crashed 'head first' into the runway, leading to a yet unconfirmed number of casualties.</li><li>All flights at Southend Airport have been cancelled as authorities, including Essex Police and investigators, work to determine the cause of the crash and support those affected.</li></ul>

Investigation Launched After Small Plane Crash Closes Major Airport

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