A DHC-6 Twin Otter skydiving aircraft crashed on Sunday Afternoon in Coffee County, Tennessee with 20 people onboard. Details of the crash are still emerging as officials continue investigating.

Coffee County Crash
The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) confirmed the plane departed Tullahoma Regional Airport in Tennessee around 12:45pm on Sunday. The aircraft crashed on Old Shelbyville Road, as reported by the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Though the current condition of the victims has not been reported, it has been released that those injured were airlifted to local hospitals.
Lyle Russel, a City of Tullahoma spokesperson reported no fatalities but two victims have been seriously injured. Russel continues on to state:
“The scene is being secured by local authorities while FAA officials are en route to continue the investigation.”

DH6-C Twin Otter Aircraft
The twin-engine aircraft is known for its short takeoff and landing capabilities, developed in the late 60’s. Typically seating up to 19 passengers the aircraft is ideal for commuter services and cargo transport. With a variety of landing gear configurations and dual or single piloting, the aircraft has served as a reliable and versatile aircraft for the past 50 years.

Emergency crews remain onsite as officials continue the investigation. Further details including the cause of the crash and the current condition of the victims remains unknown.
For more details head to the Highway Patrol X account.