Three dead after two light planes collide in midair

Police confirmed three men travelling in the two aircraft have died.

Emergency services are responding to reports of a light plane crash. Members of the public are urged to avoid Oakdale in Sydney's southwest and surrounding areas.— NSW Police Force (@nswpolice) No further information is available at this time.October 26, 2024

They have set up two crime scenes, and a number of ambulance and fire crews have responded to the crash.

The crash sites, covered by bushland, are near two flying schools and the Oaks Airfield. 

Authorities are urging the public to stay away.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau will investigate the crash.