Pilot makes forced landing in Motueka

The plane nose-dived slightly on landing but remained upright, police said. Photo / File

A pilot was forced to land in a paddock near Motueka when his engine failed this morning.

Police said the engine failed as the plane was on approach to Motueka airfield about 10.30am.

The plane nose-dived slightly on landing but remained upright, police said.

The pilot was the only occupant of the privately-owned aircraft and was unharmed.

- Herald Online