A light aircraft crash near the N14 and R511 offramp on the outskirts of Centurion has left the pilot miraculously unharmed.
Light aircraft crash in Centurion: Here’s what we know
On Friday morning, the peace was abruptly interrupted when a light aircraft was reported to have crashed near the N14 highway, close to the R511 offramp, on the outskirts of Centurion, at approximately 10:55.
In what can only be described as a stroke of luck, the pilot of the crashed aircraft was found to have escaped the harrowing experience completely unscathed.
This outcome is particularly remarkable, given the potential for severe consequences in such incidents.
The safety mechanisms in place and the pilot’s training may have played critical roles in this fortunate escape, although specific details were not disclosed.
As of now, the reasons behind this alarming incident remain shrouded in mystery.
Authorities have yet to determine what led to the light aircraft’s descent near such a critical intersection of roadways.
The area was promptly secured by the Centurion emergency crew, who responded swiftly to the initial reports of the crash.
The local emergency services, including the Centurion crew who first arrived on the scene, have not released further details about the incident.
This story is still developing, with more information expected to be released as investigations continue.