HEARTBROKEN relatives have paid tribute to two "kind and loving" men who died in a plane crash.
Christopher Ingle, 56, and Graham Jones, 63, were both travelling in a small aircraft on June 4 when it crashed near Penkridge in Staffordshire.
Both men died at the scene after cops, paramedics, firefighters and Midlands Air Ambulance rushed to the scene.
In a tribute to Christopher, his family said: “Christopher was a kind, helpful and thoughtful man who is loved dearly by family and friends.
“We are all devastated by the news of this terrible accident and are so shocked by his passing.
“Christopher enjoyed fitness, martial arts and flying in his plane. He was a taxi driver who had many loyal customers and friends.
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"He was a fantastic uncle and a wonderful son. We will forever miss his attitude to life.
"May he rest in peace.”
In a tribute to Graham, his family said: “Graham was a loving father and grandfather who will be missed by all.
“Please respect our family’s privacy at this time.”
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Detective Inspector Peter Goodwin, of CID, said: “Sadly, two gentlemen have lost their lives following this tragic incident and our thoughts are very much with their families at this difficult time.
“Specially-trained officers are continuing to support them whilst we work in parallel with the Air Accidents Investigation Branch to understand the circumstances leading to their deaths.”
It comes after witnesses described the scene after the EV-97 Eurostar plane crashed in Penkridge Airfield.
One bystander told The Sun: "The plane came down in front of us.
"There was a terrifying descent then a boom as it hit the ground.
"Other people on the airfield ran towards the wreckage. It was awful. There were flames but anyone in there looked like they had no chance.
"Police were there in minutes.
"There were people at the airfield awaiting their turn for an introductory flight on a light aircraft as part of Staffordshire Aero Club. They were in tears.
"It was enough to put anyone off for life."
A spokesperson for the West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed that they were called to the tragedy just before 2pm on June 4.
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They said: "On arrival, crews discovered a light aircraft that had suffered significant damage and two male patients.
"Sadly, it quickly became apparent nothing could be done to save either man, and they were both confirmed dead at the scene."
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