Tasman district: One dead after glider crash

The Lake Station airstrip used by the Nelson Lakes Gliding Club.

A person has died after a glider crashed at Lake Station Airstrip, Howard, in the Tasman district today.

Emergency services responded to a report of an incident involving a light aircraft near Saint Arnaud this afternoon.

Emergency services were called out to the incident near Saint Arnaud-Kawatiri Highway about 2pm.

A police spokesperson said the aircraft crashed on the runway and the occupant passed away at the scene.

“Police extend their condolences to their family at this difficult time.”

A scene examination is under way, and the Civil Aviation Authority has been advised.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said they responded with one first-response unit and one helicopter but were not required for transport, and referred the matter to police.

More to come.