17-year old student pilot Maggie Taraska did a fantastic job during a highly unusual solo flight this weekend at the Beverly Regional Airport (BVY), located just north of the Boston metropolitan area and under Logan International’s (BOS) Class B airspace.
Wheel Falls Off Airplane During Student Solo
Key Takeaways:
- 17-year-old student pilot Maggie Taraska successfully landed her Piper PA-28 after its right main wheel and strut detached shortly after takeoff during a solo flight.
- Despite the extreme stress, Taraska remained calm, receiving crucial guidance from the air traffic controller and her flight instructor, John Singleton, to execute the emergency landing.
- She walked away with only minor injuries, demonstrating incredible composure and benefiting from exceptional teamwork, airport emergency preparedness, and community support during the incident.
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