Two people have died following a light aircraft crash near Drymen, north of Glasgow, on Friday 16 October 2026.
Police Scotland confirmed that an 80-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy were pronounced dead at the scene. Their next of kin have been informed.
Emergency Services Called on Friday Afternoon
Police received a report of the crash at approximately 4.45pm on Friday. The aircraft came down north-east of Drymen, in the Stirling area, close to Loch Lomond. Emergency services attended, but both occupants died at the scene.
The circumstances leading to the accident have not yet been established. No conclusions should be drawn about the cause while the investigation is ongoing.
AAIB Investigation Under Way
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) confirmed on 17 October that it had deployed a team to the accident site near Drymen. Investigators are gathering evidence and examining the circumstances of the accident as part of a safety investigation.
Further verified details may emerge as the investigation progresses. At present, the AAIB has not published findings establishing what caused the crash.
Temporary Airspace Restrictions
Police Scotland has confirmed that temporary airspace restrictions have been introduced over the Drymen area to support the investigation. These restrictions also apply to drones and may remain in place for some time.