Small plane crashes into tree in New Smyrna Beach, pilot critically hurt

A small plane crashed into a tree on Wednesday in New Smyrna Beach, officials reported to FOX 35 Orlando. The incident involved a single-engine aircraft that went down near Turnbull Bay Road, according to WKMG News 6 ClickOrlando.

Firefighters arrived at the scene and extricated the pilot from the wreckage. Emergency medical care was provided on site before the pilot was declared a trauma alert and airlifted to the hospital for further treatment, WKMG reported.

No additional details have been released about the cause of the crash or the pilot's condition beyond the critical status. The New Smyrna Beach Fire Department continues to be involved in the response efforts.