LYME, NY – On December 24, 2021 at approximately 4:32pm, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a small plane that had crashed in a field near 25717 Moffatt Road in the Town of Lyme.
On-scene investigation revealed that the aircraft was a 1998 single engine Ultra-Light Lockwood Drifter fixed wing plane, with a solo pilot on board. Investigation showed that the pilot was forced to make an emergency landing due to mechanical issues. The landing was successful and the plane suffered minor damage. No injuries were reported. The Federal Aviation Administration was advised and will follow up as necessary.
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office was assisted on scene by the New York State Police, Chaumont Volunteer Fire Department and the Cape Vincent Ambulance Squad.