A man has died following a light aircraft crash in County Waterford.

He was the pilot of a plane that came down in a field near the N25 on the outskirts of Dungarvan at around 4.30pm.

The Air Accident Investigations Unit is carrying out an inquiry.

The main N25 Waterford to Dungarvan Road was closed and diversions put in place.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses or anyone who notice a low-flying aircraft in the Dungarvan area to contact them on 058 48600.