Two United States pilots died when their private Gulfstream jet crashed at La Romana International Airport in the Dominican Republic, according to reports from local authorities.

The aircraft went down at the airport facility, producing large plumes of black smoke that were visible from the area. Both the pilot and co-pilot aboard the privately-owned jet were killed in the fiery crash.

The incident occurred at La Romana International Airport, located on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. The airport serves both commercial and private aircraft traffic in the popular tourist region.

Details about the cause of the crash have not been released, and it remains unclear what led to the accident. Local authorities are expected to investigate the incident along with aviation safety officials.

The identities of the two American pilots have not been publicly disclosed pending notification of their families.