Small plane crashes Hudson River in Newburgh; pilot and passenger rescued: officials
NEWBURGH, New York (WABC) -- A mini version of the Miracle on the Hudson took place Monday night, 60 miles north of New York City.
Officials says a small plane, carrying two people, crashed into the Hudson River east of New York Stewart International Airport in Orange County shortly after 8 p.m.
Gov. Kathy Hochul said the plane, a Cessna 172, performed an ice landing near Newburgh.
First responders were able to locate the plane, and the occupants were able to escape and swim to the shore, according to Middle Hope Fire Department officials.
The individuals, a pilot and passenger, were evaluated at the scene before being taken to the hospital.
Gov. Hochul said both only had minor injuries. They are expected to make a full recovery.
The FAA is investigating the crash.
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