Man survives biplane crash near Phoenix’s Deer Valley Airport

PHOENIX — A man survived a biplane crash near Phoenix’s Deer Valley Airport on Saturday morning, according to authorities.

Shortly after 11 a.m., Phoenix Fire responded to the crash near Central Avenue and Deer Valley Road.

The plane came down onto a carport outside of the Aero Automatic Sprinkler Co. business, just south of the airport. No fires were reported.

The pilot was able to remove himself from the plane and suffered minor injuries, according to Phoenix Fire. Authorities also said he refused to be taken to the hospital.

Police are now investigating the cause of the crash.

No other information was made available.

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