12
Aug
Kalispell, Montana: A routine landing turned hazardous when a small turboprop aircraft clipped a stationary plane at Kalispell City Airport, sparking a fire that sent thick smoke billowing over the runway. The incident occurred shortly after 2 p.m., according to Kalispell Police Chief Jordan Venezio. Authorities identified the aircraft as a Socata TBM 700 carrying four individuals. Upon touching down, the plane collided with an unoccupied parked aircraft, igniting flames that quickly spread to the surrounding grass. Emergency crews from Kalispell Fire Department responded within minutes, dousing the flames before they could threaten additional planes or nearby hangars. Fire Chief…