In brief
Mark Finkelstein's pilot emergency was captured in stunning detail by a drone as rescuers apprehensively approached the downed plane. Engine failure forced Finkelstein to attempt a water landing near Oak Island Pier. Remarkably, rescuers were able to extract him in under 30 seconds, showcasing their efficiency and the urgency of the situation. This footage emerged shortly after a thorough investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration on August 27.
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.
