Small Plane Crash in Simi Valley
Introduction to the Incident
A small plane crashed into two Simi Valley homes on Saturday afternoon, authorities said. Residents evacuated unharmed but an occupant on board the plane is believed to be dead.
Details of the Crash
Just before 2 p.m., the small plane crashed in the 200 block of High Meadows Street, said Simi Valley Police Department spokesperson Sgt. Chris Johnson.
A resident told RMG News he saw the plane come over the top of Wood Ranch Parkway from the south “flying very low and erratic.” He said two minutes went by before he heard the plane crash.
Response and Damage
Two homes were damaged, the Ventura County Fire Department said in a social media post.
About 40 firefighters responded to the crash. In the social media post, the fire department said the firefighters knocked down the fire from the crash, and were working on cleaning up the scene.
Residents were inside both homes at the time of the plane crash and were evacuated with no injuries, according to the VCFD.
Photos from the Scene
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Ventura County firefighters at the scene of a small plane crash in Simi Valley on Saturday, May 3, 2025. (RMG News)
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Investigation and Casualties
“Preliminary reports indicate one fatality in the aircraft,” VCFD said on social media.
In a video posted by ABC7, firefighters stand on the damaged roof of one house. Below them lies a yard with scattered tables, chairs, and other items. At least two trees can be seen uprooted.
Authorities have not released information on the number of people inside the airplane or their condition.
The cause of the plane crash is not yet known and will be investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration.
Conclusion
The small plane crash in Simi Valley resulted in significant damage to two homes and the loss of at least one life. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
FAQs
Q: What time did the plane crash occur?
A: The plane crash occurred just before 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
Q: Were there any injuries to residents in the homes?
A: No, residents were evacuated with no injuries.
Q: How many firefighters responded to the crash?
A: About 40 firefighters responded to the crash.
Q: What agencies are investigating the cause of the crash?
A: The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration are investigating the cause of the crash.
Originally Published: May 3, 2025 at 4:37 PM PDT
