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Single-engine aircraft crashes in field in North Texas, officials say

The Denton Fire Department said the crash happened in a field just north of Denton Enterprise Airport.

DENTON, Texas — A single-engine Piper PA-32 "safely landed in a field" after the pilot reported engine issues while departing Denton Enterprise Airport Wednesday afternoon, according to the FAA.

The crash happened at approximately 11:40 a.m. Wednesday, the FAA said.

The Denton Fire Department said the one person on board the aircraft is OK. 

Chopper footage showed the plane in the field with a fire department truck parked behind it.

Credit: WFAA
Credit: WFAA

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