Civilian plane crash kills 11 in France: local authorities
A civilian aircraft carrying skydivers crashed near Nancy, France, resulting in the deaths of all 11 people on board. Authorities have launched a technical investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
Why it matters
This is a significant aviation tragedy that requires a formal investigation to ensure safety standards for light aircraft operations.
A civilian aircraft carrying skydivers crashed near the eastern French town of Tomblaine on Sunday (June 28, 2026), killing all 11 people on board, local authorities said, in one of France's deadliest light aircraft accidents.
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