Flying at the Bournemouth Air Festival has been suspended after a light aircraft crashed into Poole harbour.

Police said in a statement: “We received a report at 3.50pm on Saturday 4 September 2021 that a small aircraft had crashed into the water in the Sandbanks area of Poole Harbour.

“Emergency services are at the scene.

“The aircraft was part of the Bournemouth Air Festival flight schedule with two people reported to be onboard.

“Both occupants have been rescued and are reported to have sustained minor injuries. They are receiving treatment by the ambulance service.

“An investigation is under way and we would please ask members of the public to avoid the area and harbour to allow emergency services to deal with the incident. A police cordon is currently in place.”

There was also a fire as a result of the crash, the fire service added.

Flying at the event has been suspended, however the rest of the festival site remains open.

Bournemouth Air Festival said: “There has been an incident involving one of the displays away from the display area.

“The crew are safe and sound and are being looked after by the emergency services.

“As a result flying has been suspended until further notice.”

A later update read added: “It is our intention to have a display programme reinstated for tomorrow.

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