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SD Ultralight Pilot Makes Safe Emergency Landing

The pilot of an ultralight plane made a safe emergency landing in a field near Rapid City after experiencing mechanical problems in flight.

 

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RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) - The pilot of an ultralight plane made a safe emergency landing in a field near Rapid City after experiencing mechanical problems in flight.

Authorities identified the pilot only as a local rancher. They say his plane's engine shut down shortly after takeoff Sunday, prompting the emergency landing.

The pilot was not hurt and the plane was not damaged.


(KFGO file photo)

 

AP