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Watch: Pilot rescued from plane after crashing into water
Drone footage has captured the moment a pilot was rescued from his plane after an emergency water landing.
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Dramatic Rescue: Pilot Survives Ocean Plane Crash Off North Carolina Coast
OAK ISLAND, N.C. – Pilot Mark Finkelstein was successfully rescued from the Atlantic Ocean on August 2 after his single-engine aircraft experienced engine failure and made an emergency water landing off the coast of Oak Island, North Carolina. Newly released footage, provided by the Town of Oak Island, detailed the dramatic moments of the crash and the subsequent swift rescue operation. The video shows the small plane descending rapidly before impacting the ocean surface, creating a significant splash. First responders, who were reportedly nearby and had just responded to a separate water rescue call, reached the downed aircraft within minutes. Eyewitness accounts and the footage confirm that Finkelstein, despite the severity of the crash, managed to survive initially by locating a small pocket of air within the aircraft's cabin. Rescue personnel are seen in the footage carefully guiding Finkelstein from the submerged plane and onto a rescue board. The pilot was then transported to safety by a jet ski. Authorities have praised the quick actions of the first responders, noting their immediate presence and effective coordination were crucial in preventing a potential tragedy. An investigation into the cause of the engine failure is expected to follow.
