Small plane makes safe emergency landing at Miami County Airport; no injuries reported

July 18, 2026 Public Safety

A small airplane makes an emergency landing at a rural runway while responders assist at a safe distance.

An emergency landing at the Miami County Airport ended without injuries, with the Miami County Sheriff’s Office saying the two people on board were OK. The small aircraft experienced engine issues before coming in to land. The aircraft sustained minor damage. The Kansas Highway Patrol and the Federal Aviation Administration are investigating the incident.

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