On Sunday, February 12, 2006 at 2:56 PM, San José Fire Firefighters responded to a report of an aircraft down on Tully Road near Eastridge Lane in San José's East Side.
Initial reports stated the aircraft, a Beech C23 Sundowner, had hit multiple vehicles. However, upon arrival Engine 16 personnel quickly discovered no vehicles had been struck and all aboard the light plane had self-extricated. Due to the nature of the event Engine 16 crew immediately deployed a 1 ¾’ foam line. Engine 24 personnel assisted with patient care and USAR 16 secured the scene. There were no reports of any serious injuries to the passengers or anyone on the ground.
A preliminary report from an airport representative indicates the aircraft may have run out of fuel leading to an emergency landing. It was clear all aboard the aircraft and on the ground were extraordinarily fortunate.
Submitted by Captain, Alberto Olmos, Public Information Officer and Craig Allyn Rose, Volunteer Photographer, San Jose Fire Department
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