One Person Killed In Fiery Glider Tow Plane Crash At Byron Airport

BYRON (CBS SF) -- One person was killed Saturday when a glider tow plane crashed while landing at the Byron Airport and burst into flames, authorities said.

Ian Gregor, the FAA Public Affairs Manager, said a single-engine Bellanca 8GCBC crashed under unknown circumstances on takeoff at Byron Airport while towing a glider.

Fire officials said the crash took place at 1:26 p.m.

Gregor said the plane -- with only the pilot aboard -- flipped over and caught fire. The glider landed safely at the airport.

The FAA and NTSB will investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.