Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Utah Yard After Engine Failure

Plane Crash in Spanish Fork, Utah

A small Piper Saratoga plane experienced engine failure during its approach to land at Spanish Fork Airport in Utah. Despite the pilot's attempt to return to the airport, they were unable to do so due to a lack of speed and altitude. The plane ultimately crash-landed in the front yard of a residential home, narrowly avoiding a power substation, a major interstate, and other structures.

Survivors and Investigation

Both the pilot and passenger emerged with minor injuries, and the cause of the engine failure is under investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration. The estimated damages to the plane are valued at $350,000.

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