A Learjet 55 crashed in a densely populated area of Northeast Philadelphia on Friday evening, igniting multiple fires and leaving a trail of devastation near Roosevelt Mall.

Authorities confirm all six people aboard the aircraft were killed, and several others on the ground sustained injuries.

The aircraft, registered as XA-UCI and operated by Jet Rescue Air Ambulance, took off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport en route to Springfield-Branson National Airport in Missouri.

It went down at approximately 6:07 p.m. near the intersection of Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard, sending debris across the surrounding area.

Among those killed were two doctors, two pilots, a patient, and a family member of the patient, officials said.

The crash sparked fires that engulfed multiple homes and vehicles. Witnesses described the explosion as “earthquakish,” with flames and wreckage spreading rapidly.

Hundreds of firefighters and first responders rushed to the scene, working to control the fires and assist the injured.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro have been coordinating the response, with Shapiro pledging full support from state resources.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have launched an investigation into the crash.

Preliminary reports suggest the aircraft may have suffered a catastrophic failure, leading to a near-vertical descent before impact.

Authorities have closed off the crash site as emergency crews continue to manage the situation. Further details on the cause of the crash and the extent of the damage are expected as the investigation unfolds.