Pilot survives Columbia River crash-landing near Troutdale

Around 3:15 p.m., a small airplane went down near Troutdale Airport at Gary Island Park. The 73-year-old pilot said he had seconds to react.
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[@TheWriterNW]

That's one cool, calm, and collected guy! Glad he's ok!

[@sharper07]

Very,very happy for you Rick.

[@susancotterill9151]

Great flying, great pilot! I would fly with him! So thankful he is ok. Hope he gets some good rest! 🙏

[@ryanjaldous]

“I wanna go home and go to bed” 😂😂 Well said glad your safe!

[@danielledeieso4139]

Exactly what you want to see from a pilot. Never stop flying! Sir, that was most definitely skill!

[@fritz4345]

That what's Blancolirio says: Fly the airplane. Well done!

[@TheCommunicationCoach]

Great piloting, NOT a miracle!

[@ribbrascal]

This inspiring tale of skill and survival isn't very diverse. 🤨