A Beechcraft Bonanza crashed in Pennsylvania shortly after takeoff from Lancaster Airport, injuring all five people on board.
The pilot had reported an open door and difficulty hearing air traffic control due to strong winds while attempting to return to the airport.
The aircraft crashed into a retirement community parking lot, resulting in a post-crash fire that destroyed the plane and several cars, but caused no ground injuries or structural damage.
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