Dramatic Images Released of Small Plane Crash on Golf Course

A small plane crash-landed on a golf course near Denver, Colorado, on Wednesday. The two people aboard escaped major injury and were able to walk away from the wreckage. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

A small plane crashed onto a golf course in the Denver area on Wednesday. The two people aboard escaped major injury and were able to walk away from the wreckage.

The incident involving a Cessna 172 aircraft happened on Wednesday at the Meridian Golf Course in Englewood, just south of Centennial Airport.

Dramatic Images Released of Small Plane Crash on Golf Course

"Two people were onboard the plane that had just departed Centennial Airport runway 17R" and "both parties were able to safely evacuate from the airplane on their own," the South Metro Fire Rescue said.

"One party suffered minor injuries and was checked by fire medics and refused transport or any further medical attention, [while] the second party sustained no injuries," it added.

Dramatic Images Released of Small Plane Crash on Golf Course

Images taken from the scene showed the plane came to a stop on the seventh tee box of the golf course. In one photo, golfers can be seen walking past the plane while playing a round.

There were no reported fires following the crash and the "National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating," according to South Metro Fire Rescue.

Dramatic Images Released of Small Plane Crash on Golf Course

It's not immediately clear what caused the plane to plunge from the sky. Authorities say the plane crashed shortly after taking off from nearby Centennial Airport.

The FAA told Fox News Digital in a statement that the crash happened around 10 a.m. local time.

Dramatic Images Released of Small Plane Crash on Golf Course

Investigators will now work to determine the cause of the crash. They will examine the wreckage, interview witnesses, and review any available data from the plane's instruments.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is the federal agency responsible for investigating aviation accidents. The NTSB will likely release a preliminary report on the crash within a few weeks.

Dramatic Images Released of Small Plane Crash on Golf Course

The FAA is also investigating the crash. The FAA is responsible for regulating aviation safety in the United States. The FAA will likely issue a safety alert or directive if it finds that there are any systemic safety issues that need to be addressed.

The crash is a reminder of the dangers of flying. Even small planes can be involved in serious accidents. It's important for pilots to be aware of the risks and to take all necessary precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of their passengers.