2 dead after small plane crash near MacArthur Airport on Long Island

LONG ISLAND - Two men have died after a small plane crashed near Long Island MacArthur Airport on Monday evening.

In a statement, the town of Islip said that at around 6:14 p.m. a Beechcraft Bonanza, a single-engined aircraft that seats up to six people was departing from Runway 6 when it crashed.

The aircraft sustained damage and the pilot and a passenger were injured.

The two men were the only people onboard the plane at the time. 

So far, there is no word on what caused the crash, and the names of the victims have not yet been released. 

The FAA will investigate the incident. 

The run way will remain closed while the investigation into the crash continues. Passengers should check with their airline for any possible delays or cancelations.