Search underway for missing pilot and aircraft in northern Minnesota's Cook County

Authorities in Cook County are searching for a missing pilot, Denny Pechacek, who was flying an Ultralight Aircraft plane and has not returned after taking off near 30 Flutereed Road. The last sighting of Pechacek and the plane was near Hammer Road in Hovland. Cook County Search and Rescue, Hovland Fire Department, and a fixed-wing aircraft from Minnesota State Patrol are assisting in the search. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Cook County Sheriff's Office.