A harrowing incident unfolded off the coast of Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, as a small plane crash-landed into the ocean on a Saturday afternoon.
The aircraft involved in the crash was a fixed-wing, banner-carrying plane, according to Hampton police Chief Alex Reno.
A witness on Hampton Beach managed to capture the terrifying event on video. The footage depicts the plane’s wheels making contact with the water’s surface, causing the aircraft to flip over tail-over-nose before coming to rest in the ocean.
Remarkably, the pilot emerged unharmed from the cockpit, swimming away from the plane under his own power. Lifeguards swiftly came to the rescue, ensuring the pilot’s safety.
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Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash and ensuring all necessary measures are taken in the aftermath of the incident.
As the aviation community reflects on this fortunate outcome, the importance of swift action and the dedication of those on-site in safeguarding lives becomes evident.
A witness on Hampton Beach managed to capture the terrifying event on video. The footage depicts the plane’s wheels making contact with the water’s surface, causing the aircraft to flip over tail-over-nose before coming to rest in the ocean.
