Airplane Crash at Platteville Municipal Airport

Crashed Airplane

A single-engine airplane crashed at the Platteville Municipal Airport on the afternoon of April 8, 2025. The pilot, the only person aboard, was quickly attended to by emergency medical services (EMS) and was transported to a nearby hospital.

The crash occurred west of the runway, and emergency response teams, including personnel from Fire, EMS, Police, the County Sheriff's Office, County Highway Department, and Airport Management, were swiftly deployed to the scene.

Robert Gates, Airport Commissioner, offered the following comment, "We are very thankful that the pilot was able to survive the crash, and our thoughts and prayers go out to them and their family. We will be working closely with local authorities and the FAA to ensure a thorough investigation, and to address any necessary clean-up efforts. We will notify the public when the airport is clear and air traffic operations can safely resume."

An investigation into the cause of the crash is underway, and further updates will be provided as information becomes available.