Belgium plane crash kills 11 parachutists The plane took off from Temploux aerodrome with 10 parachutists and probably a pilot on board and crashed around 10 minutes later in a field. All those on board are unfortunately dead. The toll is 10 or 11 victims," said Jean-Claude Nihoul, the mayor of Fernelmont. He added it was "very difficult" to be more precise given the state of the aircraft which was "unrecognisable" after being "burned up." Elio di Rupo, the Belgian prime minister, sent his condolences to the victims. "Plane crash near Namur: my thoughts are with all the victims, their families and their loved ones," he said.