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Propeller Plane Makes Emergency Highway 1 Landing Near Banff

By Drooid · Sep 23, 2026, 3:15 PM UTC · How we work

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Parks Canada confirmed a small propeller plane made an emergency landing on Highway 1 near Banff on Tuesday.
The landing occurred about 15 minutes west of Banff at approximately 2:45 p.m. local time.
American tourist Elaine Gulock filmed the aircraft from her vehicle while driving westbound.
The Transportation Safety Board reported no injuries and no damage to the plane.
The board will interview the pilot about the suspected engine or power issue.

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Parks Canada confirmed a small propeller plane made an emergency landing on Highway 1 near Banff on Tuesday.
The landing occurred about 15 minutes west of Banff at approximately 2:45 p.m. local time.
American tourist Elaine Gulock filmed the aircraft from her vehicle while driving westbound.
The Transportation Safety Board reported no injuries and no damage to the plane.
The board will interview the pilot about the suspected engine or power issue.