Pilot Rescued After Plane Crash on Seymour Lake | Burlington News

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

A small plane crash on Seymour Lake in Vermont left one man miraculously unharmed after a mid-takeoff malfunction, thanks to quick-thinking boaters who rescued the pilot, James Gregory, and brought him to shore. While the aircraft sank beneath the surface, locals feared environmental damage from potential fuel leaks — concerns amplified by reports of a sheen and fuel odor. The pilot confirmed his fuel tank remained intact, and state officials now require him to remove the plane, offering contractor referrals. The FAA will investigate the incident, while the DEC monitors the lake to prevent…