Small Plane Crashes Into Lake Washington Near Renton, No Injuries Reported

On June 1, a privately owned single-engine plane experienced mechanical issues during takeoff from Renton Municipal Airport and made an emergency landing in Lake Washington without causing any injuries. The Mercer Island Police Department Marine Patrol Unit, along with Renton Fire Department and police, quickly responded to the scene, securing the area and coordinating efforts to contain a small fuel spill estimated at about five gallons. The pilot and passenger were unharmed and had exited the aircraft prior to responders' arrival. The plane was stabilized and removed from the water later that day, with the Environmental Protection Agency notified about the fuel spill. Both the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are conducting investigations into the crash's cause. Authorities praised the swift inter-agency response and emphasized ongoing efforts to ensure public safety and environmental protection.