"Mayday Call Sparks Chaos as Seaplane Crashes into East River A dramatic scene unfolded in New York City's East River yesterday when a seaplane made a distress call and crashed into the water. The pilot's mayday declaration sent emergency responders scrambling to the scene, where the aircraft sank just off the coast of Manhattan. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation, with reports suggesting the plane was experiencing technical difficulties before going down. As the city's aviation community grapples with the incident, the focus turns to the safety of passengers and crew on board."
Pilot declares mayday before seaplane comes down in New York City’s East River WFIN
