Light plane crash in NSW Hunter Valley leaves two dead

Two men have died following a light plane crash in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales. Emergency services were alerted to the incident after the aircraft went down in the area.

Authorities have confirmed that both occupants of the plane were killed in the crash. No further details regarding the identities of the men or the specific circumstances surrounding the flight have been released at this time.

The site of the crash has been secured as investigations into the cause of the accident begin. Officials are expected to examine the wreckage to determine what led to the fatal incident.

Relevant aviation authorities are likely to be involved in the ongoing inquiry to establish the sequence of events. Further information is expected to be provided as the investigation progresses.