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Destroyed aircraft at Destin Airport following severe thunderstorm Thursday afternoon.
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Gusty storm wreaks havoc at Destin Airport (UPDATED with PHOTOS)
July 03, 2009 12:34 AM
Severe thunderstorms and high winds damaged several aircraft at Destin Airport at approximately 4 p.m. today. Wind gusts were reported to be around 75 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
Eight aircraft were badly damaged and two aircraft were completely destroyed for a total of ten damaged aircraft.
No personal injuries are reported, and all aircraft were properly tied down.
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To see more photos from the scene, click here.
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