NYPD Releases Bodycam Video of East River Seaplane Rescue After Wing Failure

New York City Seaplane Safety Regulations·Latest event July 6, 2026

Jul 6

NYPD Releases Bodycam Video of East River Seaplane Rescue After Wing Failure

New details have emerged regarding the emergency landing of a seaplane in the East River. The pilot declared a mayday before the aircraft came down near Manhattan. Investigators found that a wing strut failed during the flight, which forced the plane to make a hard landing with eight people on board. The New York Police Department released bodycam video of the rescue operation showing officers and firefighters pulling passengers from the partially submerged plane. While the aircraft sustained significant damage, all passengers were successfully moved to safety. Emergency crews arrived quickly to assist the group after the plane hit the water.

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Jul 5

FDNY Rescues Eight Passengers After Seaplane Makes Hard Landing in East River

A seaplane carrying eight passengers made a hard landing in New York City's East River on Sunday afternoon. The aircraft, identified as a Kodiak 100, became partially submerged near Manhattan after the impact. Emergency responders from the New York City Fire Department arrived quickly to rescue the individuals on board. Officials confirmed that eight people were pulled from the water following the crash. Two individuals sustained minor injuries during the incident. Video footage from inside the cabin captured the moment the plane hit the water, highlighting the severity of the landing.

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