Coast Guard Rescues 2 After Small Plane Crashes Into Long Island Sound Near Connecticut

A small Piper PA-32 aircraft carrying two people crashed into Long Island Sound near Branford, Connecticut, after declaring an emergency while en route from Bridgeport-Sikorsky Airport. The plane, which was redirected to Tweed New Haven Airport for an emergency landing, went down about eight miles from the airport and sank shortly after. The U.S. Coast Guard, along with local fire departments, promptly rescued the two occupants, who were found alert and in stable condition, though they sustained minor cuts and were cold and wet. The rescued individuals were transported to a local hospital for evaluation, and no life-threatening injuries were reported. Authorities have not yet released details on the cause of the crash or the final destination of the flight. The coordinated response involved multiple agencies, highlighting an effective emergency protocol activation by the airport and first responders.