General aviation plane loses power, safely lands on 96th Street

A look at the scene once the plane came to rest (Photo provided)

Some people in the Fishers area commuting home found something you don’t see everyday – a single-engine aircraft on 96th Street, near Covington Boulevard.  According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the aircraft lost power and was forced to make an emergency landing.

Local first responders report no injuries to the pilot or anyone on the ground.

The FAA described the aircraft as an Acro Sport II.  The landing happened just before 6:30pm Wednesday.   The plane came to rest on a sidewalk after landing on the street and striking two street signs. The pilot was the only person on board.

FAA records show the owner of the aircraft as Brian R. Harless of Fishers.  The federal agency says it will conduct a full investigation.