Pilot dies in plane crash near Palgrave in Queensland

A pilot has been killed after a catastrophic crash of a light aircraft in Queensland.

The crash took place in Palgrave, south-west of Warwick, in the Southern Downs region, just after midday.

A local farmer rushed to the scene after seeing a fire breaking out on his property and tried to fight the flames himself.

Sadly, the pilot – who was the only person on board the aircraft – died at the scene.

A pilot has been killed after a catastrophic crash of a light aircraft in Queensland

The crash took place in Palgrave, south-west of Warwick, in the Southern Downs region, just after midday

Paramedics, fire brigade and police are now on site.

The crash sparked a nearby grass fire, initially making it difficult for rescue teams to reach the wreckage.

Aerial images show that the aircraft was completely destroyed.

Aerial images show that the aircraft was completely destroyed

Police have confirmed they are at the scene of a minor plane crash in Palgrave, Queensland