Experiences Like This Make You Value Life — U.S. Congressman Survives Plane Crash in Lake

His Democratic rival in the gubernatorial race, David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, expressed relief upon hearing the news: "I thank God that Congressman Tiffany—and no one else—was harmed in this incident, which could have ended in tragedy if not for the pilot's heroism."

Tom Tiffany, who represents Wisconsin's 7th District and has the endorsement of former President Donald Trump for his gubernatorial bid in the November elections, concluded with a personal reflection: "Experiences like this make you value life."

The aircraft involved was a four-seat, single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza K35.

The plane experienced a loss of power as it was approaching Wausau Downtown Airport, leading to the emergency landing.