The Brief
- A plane made an emergency landing off the coast of Honeymoon Island after experiencing an emergency, according to the Dunedin Fire Department.
- All occupants of the aircraft were able to escape from the plane safely, with only minor injuries.
- Officials are working to assess the aircraft and subsequent landing.
DUNEDIN, Fla. – Dunedin Fire Rescue responded to reports of a small aircraft that made an emergency landing off the shore of Honeymoon Island State Park.
Plane makes emergency landing
What we know:
Deputies with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports around 12:38 p.m. PCSO said the plane experienced an engine problem while airborne, forcing the plane to make an emergency landing.
Thankfully, all occupants were able to exit the aircraft safely and make their way to shore.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office says the two occupants were evaluated and only sustained minor injuries.…