Plane crashes into Palisades Reservoir

ALPINE, Wyoming (KIDK/KIFI) — A small plane crashed into the Palisades Reservoir by the Pine Bay Boat Club near Alpine, Wyoming.

Witnesses called dispatch at approximately 5:23 p.m. on Thursday, reporting a plane in the water.

The only thing visible above the water was the cockpit.

Several boaters were in the area at the time of the crash and were able to assist with rescue efforts, while emergency crews were in route.

Those boaters were able to save the pilot from the wreckage and provide first aid.

Emergency personnel from Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office (WY), Star Valley EMS, Idaho Falls Ambulance and Idaho State Police responded and took over the rescue efforts.

Another plane was circling the area after the crash.

The pilot was the only occupant of the plane.

Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies have notified the National Transportation Safety Board about the crash.

It is still under investigation.

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