DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) — A airplane made an emergency touchdown on a Dallas highway in the present day after having engine points, forcing police to shut the road as officers labored to resolve the state of affairs.
In accordance with the FAA, a DA-62 mannequin airplane landed on Kiest Blvd about two miles northwest of Dallas Government Airport at about 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. The airplane was en path to Government Airport from Winston Subject in Snyder, Texas.
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Dallas police confirmed they have been blocking streets between Dan Morton and Duncanville on Kiest Blvd.
The pilot had apparently skilled engine issues and struck a powerline and highway signal earlier than touchdown on the road.
Dallas Fireplace Rescue officers mentioned there was minimal harm attributable to the touchdown and that the 2 folks within the airplane when it landed, who’re husband and spouse, have been each unhurt.
It is a growing story and will likely be up to date as extra info turns into out there.