Plane catches fire at airport in Highlands County

Published November 12, 2025 2:07 PM EST

An airplane ignited into flames at the Avon Park Executive Airport Tuesday night.

According to Highlands County Fire Rescue, firefighters responded to the scene around 10:30 p.m. to help Avon Park crews put out the flames.

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Courtesy: Highlands County Fire Rescue

The cause of the fire is being investigated at this time.

Count on FOX 13 to provide updates as more information is released.

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