Dramatic moment plane smashes into overpass and crashes into traffic while trying to make emergency landing
A small plane crashed on an overpass in San Jose while apparently attempting an emergency landing, after its left wing struck a lamppost. The three people aboard survived with non-life-threatening injuries, and no nearby motorists were hurt.
The 1960 Cessna 177A came down shortly before 3.10pm on Saturday, landing nose-first and stopping upright amid heavy traffic. The pilot had reported engine trouble, and the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating; firefighters also dealt with a minor fuel leak.
- Three people aboard the Cessna survived with non-life-threatening injuries.
- The plane struck a lamppost before crashing onto an overpass.
- The FAA is investigating after the pilot reported engine trouble.