Blue Line Aviation: Instructor, pilot were on board when plane crashed in Johnston County

"We are working with the investigators to determine the cause of the accident and will release more information as it becomes available," a statement from Blue Line Aviation said. "We cannot thank you all enough for all of the thoughts and prayers, please continue to pray for the pilots and their families as they continue to heal."

Video from the scene shows that the plane landed on the cockpit. The tail of the plane also flew off during the crash, video shows.