FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)—A Cessna 172 plane attempted an emergency landing on a road in Fort Myers after the pilot reported an engine issue, authorities say.
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The FAA said the plane came down around 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. The agency said two people were on board.
LCSO said the aircraft experienced a mechanical issue near Bayshore Road and Interstate 75. While trying to land, the aircraft hit the rear of a pickup truck traveling eastbound on Bayshore Road, according to LCSO.
No injuries were reported at the scene. LCSO said FDOT and deputies remained at the scene for traffic control for an undisclosed amount of time.
LCSO said patrol units and FDOT safely moved the aircraft while the FAA responded to take over the investigation. The FAA said the information was preliminary and subject to change.
The FAA said the information is preliminary and subject to change and they will investigate the incident.