Congressman's Emergency Water Landing Raises Questions About Politician Safety Protocols The emergency water landing of Representative Tom Tiffany's (R Wis.
) plane on September 14, 2026, has brought attention to safety measures in place for politicians traveling by air. The incident, which occurred during a flight carrying Rep.
Tiffany and the pilot, resulted in only minor injuries. This is not an isolated incident; several high profile lawmakers have been involved in aviation mishaps in recent years. In 2022, Senator Ted Cruz (R Tex.