A **Beech B200 Super King Air passenger plane** crashed shortly after takeoff from **London Southend Airport** on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in a serious incident[1][3][4]. The aircraft was en route to Lelystad in the Netherlands when it went down[1][3]. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a large fireball and a thick plume of black smoke rising from the crash site[1][2][3][4].
Emergency services, including Essex Police and ambulance crews, responded promptly and have been working at the scene alongside aviation partners[1][3]. Nearby facilities such as the Rochford Hundred Golf Club and Westcliff Rugby Club were evacuated due to their proximity to the crash[2][3].
As of now, no confirmed casualty figures or passenger numbers have been released[1][2]. The incident has caused the cancellation of several international flights scheduled from Southend Airport that afternoon[2]. Authorities are continuing their investigation and emergency response at the site, with the situation still developing[1][3].