Several people died when a small plane crashed in North Carolina.

In the US state of North Carolina, a small plane crashed upon arrival at Statesville Regional Airport, killing several people. This was reported on December 18 by the ABC7 TV channel.

"Several people died as a result of the crash of a small private plane shortly after takeoff in Statesville," the article says.

The exact number of victims has not yet been determined. According to preliminary data, the plane took off from Statesville Airport, flew about five miles, and then turned around to the airport, where the crash occurred.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will take over the investigation of the incident.

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