A pilot on his first solo flight might be facing federal charges after virtually shutting down Indianapolis International Airport until he as told to land. 3 flights were held until he was safely on the ground.

One often hears stories about pilots getting lost on their first solo flight but this is a pretty memorable one. The 69 year-old pilot thought he was at the Purdue University Airport, about 50 miles away rather than the large commercial airport.

He was not arrested on the site and it is unclear if he made it home safely. Hopefully he will and his CFI will spend a great deal more time with him on navigation.