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Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing on I-15 Near Jean

Northbound traffic is being diverted at the Jean exit due to the aircraft blocking the roadway.

Overview

  • A Cessna 172 landed on the northbound lanes of I-15 at mile marker 13 just before 3 p.m. Saturday, about two miles south of Jean.
  • An instructor pilot and a student were on board, and authorities reported no injuries.
  • All northbound lanes are closed at mile marker 12 at the Jean exit, according to RTC Southern Nevada.
  • Nevada Highway Patrol said the emergency landing was prompted by mechanical problems.
  • Traffic into Las Vegas is being routed to State Route 604, and cameras show heavy congestion in the area.