Small plane crashes into Hudson River, pilot and passenger survive

Small Plane Crashes into Hudson River

A small plane attempted an emergency landing in the frigid Hudson River near Newburgh, New York, after taking off from Long Island MacArthur Airport. The pilot and a passenger safely escaped the wreckage and swam to shore following Monday night's incident.

Emergency responders were initially unable to locate the aircraft but later found it in waters off Newburgh. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the cause of the crash, which occurred shortly after takeoff. Both individuals were treated for minor injuries and are now stable.

The event echoes the miraculous rescue of 2009 when pilot Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger successfully landed a powerless plane in the Hudson River, saving all on board.