Fly Legacy Plane Loses Power Over River, Crashes in Philly Park; Two Injured
Key Takeaways
- Piper Pilot 100i lost engine power and crashed in Fluehr Park, Torresdale.
- Two people injured: flight instructor and off-duty Philadelphia police officer.
- Took off near Northeast Philadelphia Airport; crash occurred around 3:45 p.m. in Northeast Philadelphia.
Training Plane Crashes in Park
A Piper Pilot 100i training aircraft lost engine power over the Delaware River and crash-landed in Fluehr Park.
“PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A small training aircraft crashed into a tree Wednesday afternoon in Fluehr Park in the Torresdale section of Philadelphia, seriously injuring a flight instructor and a student pilot who is an off-duty city police officer”
The flight instructor and student pilot were conscious and alert when emergency crews arrived.
The plane struck a tree during the emergency landing attempt.
The crash occurred after approximately 40 minutes of flight time following takeoff.
Pilot Skill Averts Worse Outcome
Fly Legacy expressed gratitude for the instructor's skill in managing the emergency.
The crash debris landed in a residential neighborhood without causing fires or further injuries.
A small fuel spill did occur.
The FAA and NTSB are investigating.
Off-Duty Officer Among Injured
An off-duty police officer was among the two injured individuals.
“A small plane with two people on board crashed into a public park in Northwest Philadelphia on Wednesday afternoon, according to police”
The flight school emphasized the rarity of such incidents over 11 years.
Community and officials offered support and prayers.
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