Golfers at a private course in Los Angeles captured astonishing footage as a small Cessna plane made an emergency landing at the famous Riviera Country Club.
The single-engine Cessna, bearing the tail number N3753L, was carrying three people when it made the unexpected landing. Amazingly, no injuries were reported, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD).
The plane was reportedly en route to Santa Monica Airport, located just five miles from Riviera, when it experienced an undisclosed issue forcing the emergency landing.
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Golfers Left Stunned as Plane Lands Safely
Video footage shared by stunned golfers shows the small aircraft descending and landing smoothly among the pristine fairways of the iconic course. Onlookers can be heard gasping as the plane safely touched down.
Officials have confirmed that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will investigate the cause of the emergency landing, which remains unknown at this time.
Authorities Praise Pilot’s Actions
Emergency crews from LAFD arrived promptly at the scene to assess the situation. The pilot’s quick thinking and skilled handling of the aircraft are being praised for preventing a potentially catastrophic incident.
The Riviera Country Club, a historic golf course famous for hosting prestigious tournaments like the Genesis Invitational, continues to operate normally today.
