Emergency landing at Paso Robles airport, minor injuries
September 8, 2026
By KAREN VELIE
Experiencing a landing gear malfunction, the pilot of a small, single-engine plane landed the Cesna 152 on its belly Monday evening.
Shortly before 8 p.m., the emergency landing left one person suffering from minor injuries. The pilot and passenger were able to safely exit the plane.
Airport staff closed the runway for approximately an hour. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the emergency landing.
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