MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A plane reportedly made an emergency landing in Covington, Tennessee, on Saturday.
According to the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office, a small plane made an emergency landing in a field behind homes. Deputies, the Covington Fire Department, and emergency services responded.
The sheriff’s office says the pilot was located and is okay.
Sheriff Shannon Beasley released a statement on the incident.
We are thankful the pilot was able to safely land the plane and that he is doing fine. We have been in contact with the FAA and our investigation continues. We also want to thank the Covington Fire Department, EMS and the citizens that responded and aided in locating the aircraft and ensured the well-being of the pilot.
The FAA is reportedly investigating the incident.