PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • September 1, 2025
Two occupants were injured when a small floatplane crashed into Flagstaff Lake near Eustis on Monday afternoon, state police said. The small single engine floatplane equipped with pontoons was beginning to take off from the lake when it plunged into the water. On board were the pilot, 62-year-old Stephen Vorpagel of Readfield and one passenger. Both individuals were rescued, brought to shore, and suffered minor injuries.