Survival Story: California Family Survives Plane Crash with Parachute
A California couple and their two-year-old daughter survived a crash landing in their small plane by deploying the aircraft's parachute after losing engine power. They walked away with minor injuries.
Key Points
- Family survived a crash landing in a forested area of Whitethorn, California
- The pilot deployed the aircraft's parachute system after losing engine power
- The family walked away with only minor cuts and scratches
Pros
- Family survived a plane crash with only minor cuts and scratches
- Successful deployment of the aircraft's parachute system saved their lives
Cons
- Risk of injury or worse in a crash landing situation