An unscheduled landing was made by a plane on Lake Lillinonah Friday. Fire official say a plane that can operate on land and water was running low on fuel when it touched down and taxied to the town boat launch in Newtown. The small single-engine aircraft refueled with assistance from a nearby resident before taking off again without incident. A pilot and one passenger were on board at the time. The pilot then headed to Danbury Airport.
(Newtown Hook & Ladder)