CLYDE―The Ohio State Highway Patrol Fremont Post is currently investigating a single engine plane crash that occurred in a field approximately one-half mile northeast of the Sandusky County Regional Airport. The crash occurred on Friday, May 6th, at approximately 12:57 pm.
According to the authorities, Richard S. Hines, 69, of Port Clinton, was piloting a 1964 Piper PA-28-140 Cherokee when he experienced engine problems and crashed in a field while attempting to return to the airport. Hines sustained serious injuries and was transported to Saint Vincent’s Medical Center by air ambulance, where he is in stable condition.
The Fremont Post was assisted on the scene by the Clyde Fire Department, Sandusky County Sheriff’s Office, Clyde EMS, Sandusky County Life Squad 15, and Mercy Health Life Flight.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been notified and the crash remains under investigation at this time. Further details regarding the incident have yet to be released by the authorities.