East Hampton Airport

A seaplane with eight people onboard made a hard landing in New York’s East River, causing substantial damage. A passenger’s video captured the plane hitting the water three times before a strut collapsed, leading to a mayday call. All passengers were rescued with two sustaining minor injuries.

A seaplane made a hard landing in New York City's East River, resulting in eight people being rescued. The Federal Aviation Administration reported a wing strut snapped during the incident, which is under investigation. Two civilians sustained minor injuries but declined medical attention.