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Engine Failure Leads to Forced Landing and Building Strike During Ground Loop (N67AN)

Weir, TX, US

On June 20, 1996, a Wsk Pzl Mielec AN-2 (registration N67AN) was involved in an aviation accident near Weir, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The engine seized due to an internal failure; the reason for the failure was not determined. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During departure climb, engine power was lost. The pilot executed a forced landing, avoided a ditch by turning, then intentionally ground-looped to avoid a building, striking it with the left wing. Engine seized due to internal failure; cause undetermined.

Incident Overview

During the departure climb, the airplane experienced a loss of engine power. The pilot executed emergency procedures and initiated a forced approach and landing to a field. While on approach, the pilot observed a ditch crossing the intended landing path and turned the airplane to the right to parallel the ditch.

Landing and Avoidance Maneuver

During the landing roll, the pilot attempted to avoid a building by intentionally ground looping the airplane. During this avoidance maneuver, the left wing struck the building.

Post-Incident Examination

Examination of the airplane revealed that the engine had seized due to an internal failure. The reason for the engine's internal failure was not determined.

Probable cause

The engine seized due to an internal failure; the reason for the failure was not determined.
Engine failure

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Jun 1996 Wsk Pzl Mielec AN-2 accident near Weir, TX?

During departure climb, engine power was lost. The pilot executed a forced landing, avoided a ditch by turning, then intentionally ground-looped to avoid a building, striking it with the left wing. Engine seized due to internal failure; cause undetermined.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Jun 1996 Wsk Pzl Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Jun 1996 involved a Wsk Pzl Mielec AN-2, registration N67AN, at Weir, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine seized due to an internal failure; the reason for the failure was not determined.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X05983. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.