Fatal crash at Houston area airport involving pilot and passenger

A tragic incident occurred on Sunday afternoon at David Wayne Hooks Airport in Spring when a twin-engine plane crashed, resulting in the deaths of the pilot and passenger. The crash took place on the runway at the far south end of the airfield, along Stuebner Airline Road. Emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene, but the plane was already engulfed in flames, leading to the unfortunate loss of the individuals on board. The aircraft had departed for Lubbock but encountered mechanical issues soon after takeoff, prompting the pilot to attempt to return. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will conduct an investigation into the crash once they are on-site. Despite igniting fires in nearby areas, firefighters were able to contain the flames. An NTSB investigator is expected to arrive on Monday to begin examining the scene, with a preliminary report on the incident becoming available in 30 days. The final report, detailing the probable cause, will be released in 12 to 24 months following a thorough investigation into various factors such as flight data, maintenance records, and weather conditions. Grieving the loss of the victims, officials are working diligently to understand the circumstances surrounding this devastating event.