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Gainesville Today
By the People, for the People
Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Georgia Road, Strikes 3 Vehicles
The plane struck three cars, leaving two people with minor injuries, authorities say.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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A single-engine plane made an emergency landing on a busy road in Gainesville, Georgia, striking three vehicles and leaving two people with minor injuries, according to police. The Hawker Beechcraft BE-36 landed on Browns Bridge Road due to reported engine issues.
Why it matters
Emergency landings on public roads are extremely rare and pose significant risks to drivers and pedestrians. This incident highlights the skill of the pilot in safely landing the plane with minimal damage and injuries, despite the challenging circumstances.
The details
The plane struck three cars, dislodging a fuel tank into one of them. Two people were taken to a hospital with minor injuries. Authorities noted that the fact the plane only hit three vehicles and did not hit any power lines is "very remarkable" given the busy nature of the road.
- The emergency landing occurred on Monday.
The players
Thomas Rogers
The pilot of the Hawker Beechcraft BE-36 plane.
Gainesville Police
The local police department that responded to the emergency landing incident.
What they’re saying
“We lost our engine taking off out of Gainesville.”
— Thomas Rogers, Pilot (sandiegouniontribune.com)
“The fact that they were able to land in the middle of hundreds of vehicles and only hit three of them, no power lines is very remarkable. The fact that no one was seriously injured or killed is just astonishing.”
— Kevin Holbrook, Police Captain (sandiegouniontribune.com)
What’s next
The FAA and NTSB will investigate the cause of the engine failure that led to the emergency landing.
The takeaway
This incident showcases the skill and quick thinking of the pilot in safely landing the plane on a busy road, preventing what could have been a much more serious and tragic outcome. It also underscores the importance of proper aircraft maintenance and preparedness for unexpected emergencies.
