A small plane crashed on the Californian beach of Santa Monica, where every year many tourists gather to admire the end of the famous Route 66 at the gates of Los Angeles.
The US authorities have opened an investigation.
Images of the incident, which occurred late Thursday afternoon, quickly circulated on social media.
Video of the crash shows the plane flying perilously low near the famous pier overlooking the beach and its amusement park, before crashing a few dozen meters away and plunging violently onto the sand, watched by astonished passers-by.
🚨#BREAK UPA plane crashed on the beach
Authorities are at the site of a small plane that crashed and capsized on the beach near the Santa Monica Pier, it is unknown how many were aboard or if anyone was injured. pic.twitter.com/TdxR72hJeH
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An investigation has been opened and the authorities have not provided any information on the condition of the pilot of the plane.
It reported engine problems after leaving the Santa Monica airport «10, according to a spokesman for the Federal Aviation Administration.
On the beach, witnesses of the incident had difficulty understanding what was happening, reports Agerpres.
Santa Monica Beach is a very popular spot in the Los Angeles area, with both international tourists and locals alike. Nine million visitors pass through its famous wooden pier each year, according to the amusement park’s website.
