A small aircraft crashed near Hicks Airfield in Tarrant County, just northwest of Fort Worth, Texas, on Sunday afternoon, according to multiple local reports
The crash resulted in a significant fire involving several semi-trucks and trailers, prompting an immediate response from local emergency services and federal investigators.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or fatalities.
Newsweek has reached out to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Fort Worth Fire Department and the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office by email Sunday for more information.
Why It Matters
The latest plane crash underscores ongoing questions about small aircraft operations near busy urban centers and critical infrastructure.
The event is being investigated by federal agencies amid complications posed by a federal government shutdown, which could affect the timeliness of fact-finding and public communications.
What To Know
The Fort Worth Fire Department stated that the crash occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. in the 12000 block of N. Saginaw Boulevard, near Avondale and not far from Hicks Airfield, according to a report from WFAA.
The aircraft reportedly collided with several 18-wheelers and trailers, causing a substantial fire. Emergency responders from multiple agencies, including the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office, arrived quickly and brought the fire under control.
The Fort Worth Fire Department confirmed that the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) had been notified and would be leading the investigation.
However, the FAA indicated it would not respond to routine media inquiries during the ongoing federal government shutdown, limiting the immediate release of official details.
Authorities have not yet provided information regarding the number of people on board, the number or severity of injuries, or the origin of the aircraft.
Social media and local news showed plumes of thick black smoke billowing into the sky above the site shortly after the crash. The crash site is located between Fort Worth Alliance Airport and Fort Worth Meacham Airport, west of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, CBS Texas reported.
Business 287, a major road through the area, has been closed to north- and southbound traffic, and motorists have been asked to take alternative routes and avoid the sector while emergency operations continue.
Hicks Airfield, located near the crash, is a private, member-owned facility in unincorporated Tarrant County, serving a mix of general aviation and private pilots, KDFW reported.
What People Are Saying?
Revive Wellness + Aesthetics, a nearby spa said in a post on Facebook Saturday: “Due to an unfortunate plane crash that occurred near our spa today, we will be closed for the remainder of the day as emergency crews are on site and we ensure everyone’s safety. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved in this tragic incident, and we deeply appreciate the first responders for their quick action.”
What Happens Next?
The NTSB and FAA will begin a formal investigation into the circumstances of the crash, but the timing and depth of initial findings may be affected by ongoing federal administrative constraints.
Authorities are expected to release additional information about the cause of the incident, the aircraft, and any casualties once verified.
Update 10/12/25 5:19 p.m. ET: This story has been updated with more information.