Hero pilot recounts crash landing in Atlantic Ocean
Summary
A small plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean about 50 miles off Florida’s east coast after losing both engines and communication. The pilot, Ian Nixon, safely landed the plane on the water, and all 11 people on board were rescued by the U.S. Air Force with minor injuries.Key Facts
- The pilot, Ian Nixon, is 43 years old and from the Bahamas.
- The plane lost both engines, radios, and navigation systems before the crash.
- The flight started in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas, heading to Freeport, Grand Bahama.
- All 11 people on the plane survived; three had minor injuries.
- Survivors floated on a life raft for hours in rough weather before being found.
- The U.S. Air Force’s 920th Rescue Wing conducted the rescue operation.
- The Bahamas Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority will not lead the investigation because the crash happened outside its waters.
- An official investigation will be done by the relevant authorities once decided.
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