Dave Colavecchio/Twitter(WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn.) — A World War II plane crashed at Bradley International Airport in Connecticut Wednesday morning, sending plumes of smoke into the air.
The vintage Boeing B-17 crashed at the end of a runway while trying to land, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Rescue efforts are underway, according to airport officials.
“It is a civilian registered aircraft, not flown by the military,” said a statement from the FAA. “Local officials will release information about the people aboard.”
The airport — the second largest in New England — has since closed.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont tweeted: “Such an unfortunate situation with an historic aircraft. Our prayers are with everyone who was on board.”
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