Cessna Lands on Riviera Golf Course After Engine Trouble

A single-engine Cessna 172 made an emergency landing on the fairway of Los Angeles' historic Riviera Country Club around 12:45 p.m. on May 2 after experiencing engine trouble while approaching Santa Monica Airport. All three people aboard were unharmed, and there were no injuries on the ground. The incident, captured on video by golfers, quickly went viral and drew responses from the Los Angeles and Santa Monica Fire Departments. The FAA and NTSB have launched investigations into the cause of the engine failure and why the plane was diverted. The Riviera Country Club is set to host the 2028 Olympic golf events and has a history of similar aviation incidents, including actor Harrison Ford's 2015 emergency landing at a nearby course. Authorities have not yet released further official statements as the investigation continues.