An 80-year-old pilot has had a lucky escape after crashing his light plane into a tree while trying to land in the small town of Plainville, Connecticut.
The dramatic moment was captured on camera by local police.
It is understood Manfred Forst was heading out for breakfast when his single-engine Cessna hit a tree before ending up in a carpark.
Mr Forst, who was flying solo, escaped with only minor injuries.
US aviation authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
