by Sarah DeMaranville

Geneseo Current

GENESEO — A small plane crashed in a field east of Geneseo Wednesday afternoon, prompting a response from local and state authorities.

According to reports from KWQC and WQAD, the crash occurred near East 1700 Street and U.S. Route 6, east of Gen-Airpark Airport in rural Henry County.

The pilot, reportedly the only person aboard the aircraft, was transported to University of Iowa Hospitals via MedForce for treatment. The pilot's condition and the extent of any injuries have not been released.

KWQC crews at the scene reported seeing aircraft wreckage scattered in a field, along with Illinois State Police personnel responding to the incident.

The Federal Aviation Administration's Chicago office and the National Transportation Safety Board are reportedly investigating the crash.

Authorities have not released the pilot's identity, the aircraft's registration or type, or information about what may have caused the crash.

The incident remains under investigation.

The Geneseo Current will provide updates as additional information becomes available.

Sources: KWQC and WQAD.