Pilot passes out during 1st solo flight but manages to land plane safely at John Wayne Airport

Thursday, December 19, 2024 2:28PM PT
SANTA ANA, Calif. (KABC) -- A pilot passed out while on his first solo flight, but he somehow managed to land the plane safely at John Wayne Airport.

The incident occurred around 4 p.m. Wednesday.

It's unclear what exactly what happened. Officials say there was a medical emergency.

Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
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