Small plane makes emergency landing on busy NY thruway —
A small plane made an emergency landing on a stretch of New York thruway Friday, miraculously without seriously injuring the pilot and two passengers or any drivers.
The small twin engine Beechcraft plane landed on the busy strip of highway around Exit 23 outside Albany shortly after noon, leaving those on board with only minor injuries, according to state police.
Traffic heading northbound was restricted to one lane as first responders and investigators quickly flocked to the scene.
A small plane made a emergency landing around Exit 23 outside Albany. NY State Police
first responders and investigators quickly flocked to the scene. NY State Police
FAA records show the plane is registered to S & S aviation.
The company is based out of Fairfield County Airport in Winnsboro, South Carolina, and offers flying lessons according to its website.