BINGHAM COUNTY, Idaho — A small aircraft crashed into the Snake River near the Porterville Bridge on Sunday evening, with the pilot walking away with non-life-threatening injuries.

According to the Bingham County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) , the Emergency Communications Center received a call at 6:05 p.m. regarding the crash. The pilot, who was the only occupant of the plane, made contact at a nearby residence to request help.

Blackfoot Police, Bingham County Patrol and Marine units, and Blackfoot Fire/EMS responded to the scene, BCSO stated. The Federal Aviation Administration was notified in accordance with policy and provided preliminary information.

The BCSO stated that the aircraft remains secured in the water, where it is clearly visible, and it will stay there due to safety concer

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