Light aircraft crashes near Perth Airport

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The crash happened near Perth Airport

A light aircraft has crashed near Perth Airport.

Police Scotland confirmed they were called to reports of the crash near Destiny Road, Scone, at about 12:10 on Monday.

Three fire engines and specialist resources attended the scene.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said there was one casualty in the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service.

A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "Operations Control mobilised three fire appliances and specialist resources to the area where one small aircraft had landed in a field."

They added that crews left the scene after ensuring the area was safe.