A single-seat Monnett Sonerai crashed into a ditch after veering off the runway at Bourland Field Airport in Cresson on Dec. 12, 2025, leaving the pilot injured.
Incident Details
The experimental aircraft touched down at Bourland Field Airport at about 2:30 p.m. After landing, the plane veered off the runway and into a ditch, causing the pilot to be trapped inside.
Rescue Efforts
Parker County ESD 1 reported that a battalion chief assisted in the technical rescue of the pilot. Because the ditch was steep, the rescue team set up ropes and pulleys to lift the pilot onto a stokes basket. Two paramedics worked on the pilot to keep him safe while the rescue team removed him, according to a statement from Cresson Fire Chief Ronald Becker.
Aftermath
Video from Texas Sky Ranger shows the pilot being carried on a stretcher to an air ambulance and flown to a hospital. Only the pilot was on board, and his condition is not known. The FAA has announced it will investigate the crash.
Key Takeaways
- The Monnett Sonerai veered off runway into ditch at Bourland Field Airport.
- The pilot was rescued using ropes, pulleys, and a stokes basket.
- FAA will investigate; pilot’s condition remains unknown.
The incident highlights the risks of operating experimental aircraft at small airports and the importance of swift technical rescue operations.
