New Jersey plane crash: Here's what happened at Cross Keys airport; videos reveal details

A single engine plane crashed near Cross Keys airport in New Jersey's Gloucester County on Wednesday.

Updated on: Jul 3, 2025, 04:37:37 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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A single engine plane crashed near Cross Keys airport in New Jersey's Gloucester County on Wednesday. The incident happened shortly before the 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon in Williamstown. ABC News's NJ affiliate Action News reported that there were 14 people on board. Videos from the scene showed a massive emergency response with at least five reportedly being transferred to a hospital to Copper University Hospital in Camden.

Here's a video from the crash site:

As per aviation radar data, the single engine plane appeared to be a Cessna 208 used for skydiving. Its registration number was N716MM. However, the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) is yet to release a statement. The plane, usually used for skydiving, crashed nose-first shortly after take off from Cross Keys Airport, the New York and New Jersey Port Authority said.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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