A private flight from Northeast Philadelphia to Springfield-Branson National Airport crashed in northeast Philadelphia, according to NBC reports. The Learjet 55 was carrying two people according to the FAA, and six people according to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. The exact number of passengers on board is unclear, as is any information about injuries. Video footage showed fire and smoke at the crash site, near Cottman and Bustleton Avenues across from Roosevelt Mall. Roads in the area were closed, including parts of Roosevelt Boulevard. The small jet crashed just 30 seconds after take-off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident and details about the cause of the crash are not yet available. The crash happened in a busy mall area and emergency services responded to the scene. Further updates and information about the crash are anticipated as the investigation progresses.
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