When an airplane lands short of a runway—especially if it touches down on a highway or street near the airport—it always makes the 6 o’clock news. And often it’s reported as a “crash,” even when there is no damage, not even to the airplane.
It’s embarrassing to the pilot and infuriating to the aviation savvy that may be inspired to throw things at the television or go full-on troll on the TV station’s social media. Try to restrain yourself.
