In brief
In an incredible display of quick action, rescuers successfully extracted pilot Mark Finkelstein from his downed plane within seconds of reaching the site. The alarming incident off Oak Island Pier was prompted by the plane's engine failure. Captured by a drone, the footage showcases the urgent efforts of the first responders who were already in the area. This rescue footage was made public following the conclusion of an FAA investigation.
New drone video shows the moment pilot Mark Finkelstein was rescued after making an emergency water landing off the coast of Oak Island Pier in North Carolina. The personal aircraft experienced engine failure, according to Finkelstein.Rescuers, who were already in the area responding to a nearby call, are seen rushing to the small plane and extracting Finkelstein in less than 30 seconds.The rescue footage was released on 27 August after officials from the Federal Aviation Administration finished their investigation.
