New drone video shows the moment pilot Mark Finkelstein was rescued after making an emergency water landing off the coast of Oak Island Pier in North Carolina. The personal aircraft experienced engine failure, according to Finkelstein. Rescuers, who were already in the area responding to a nearby call, are seen rushing to the small plane and extracting Finkelstein in less than 30 seconds. The rescue footage was released on 27 August after officials from the Federal Aviation Administration finished their investigation.
Heroic Rescue: Pilot Saved After Emergency Water Landing

Heroic Rescue: Pilot Saved After Emergency Water Landing
Stunning drone footage captures the dramatic rescue of pilot Mark Finkelstein after his plane makes an emergency landing off North Carolina's Oak Island Pier. Watch the remarkable actions of the rescue team as they save him in under 30 seconds.
A new drone video highlights the quick response of rescuers who saved pilot Mark Finkelstein after his aircraft suffered engine failure and made an emergency water landing off the coast of Oak Island, North Carolina. The heroic incident was documented and released following an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration.