Johnson County, MO — A flight instructor and a student pilot were injured Tuesday afternoon when a small plane made an emergency landing north of Centerview, authorities said. Both sustained minor injuries.
Emergency Response and Location
According to the Johnson County Fire Protection District (JCFPD), emergency crews responded shortly after 4:45 p.m. to reports of a possible plane crash. The single-engine aircraft was located about 200 yards off NW 501 Road, near the Blackwater River.
“The two people on board, a flight instructor and a student pilot, are reported to have minor injuries,” JCFPD confirmed. One individual was taken by ambulance to a local hospital (source).
Cause of Emergency Landing
The flight, originating from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, experienced an engine failure, forcing the aircraft to perform a controlled emergency landing in the cornfield. No further injuries or property damage were reported.
- Aircraft Type: Single-engine plane
- Flight Status: Engine failure prompted emergency landing
- Casualties: Two minor injuries
Authorities praised the skill and quick thinking of the flight instructor, which likely prevented a more serious outcome.
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