WI Gov Candidate Tom Tiffany Swims to Safety After Plane Crash
Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial candidate Representative Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and his pilot swam to safety Saturday night after their plane made an emergency water landing on Lake Wausau. The aircraft lost power while approaching Wausau Downtown Airport.
BREAKING: Wisconsin GOP Governor Candidate Tom Tiffany Swims to Safety After Emergency Lake Landing Wausau, WI – September 13, 2026 – Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial candidate Representative Tom Tiffany (WI-07) experienced a harrowing ordeal Saturday night, escaping a sinking plane after an emergency water landing on Lake Wausau. Tiffany and the pilot were forced to swim to shore after the four-seat Bonanza aircraft lost power while approaching Wausau Downtown Airport. Emergency Water Landing The incident occurred on Saturday evening as Tiffany was returning from a campaign event. According to initial reports, the Bonanza aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power. With no viable options for a conventional landing, the pilot executed an emergency water landing on Lake Wausau, a significant body of water near the city. Following the landing, the aircraft began to take on water and sink. Congressman Tiffany, who is the leading Republican nominee for Wisconsin governor, and the pilot were able to exit the aircraft and swim approximately 100 yards to the safety of the shoreline. Both individuals were reported to be unharmed, though shaken by the experience. Campaign Trail…