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Piper PA-28R-200 Crashes After Engine Power Loss Near Emäsalo, Finland

Emäsalo, Finland

On April 23, 2010, a PIPER PA28R 200 operated by Espoon Moottorilentäjät ry was involved in an aviation accident near Emäsalo, Finland. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On April 23, 2010, a Piper PA-28R-200 (OH-PAM) was substantially damaged after experiencing a loss of engine power at low altitude and descending into a forest near Emäsalo, Finland. One crew member was fatally injured; another crew member and a passenger were seriously injured.

Accident Details

On April 23, 2010, at 1131 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-28R-200, registration OH-PAM, was substantially damaged upon impact with terrain near Emäsalo, Finland. The aircraft was operating a local instrument flight rules flight from Helsinki-Malmi Airport (EFHF) in Helsinki, Finland. The departure time was not specified.

According to preliminary information released by Finland's Accident Investigation Board, the airplane experienced a loss of engine power at low altitude, after which it descended into a forest.

Injuries

One crew member sustained fatal injuries, another crew member was seriously injured, and a passenger was seriously injured.

Investigation

The accident is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Finland. The information provided in this report is for preliminary purposes only and has been released by the Government of Finland. Further information may be obtained from the Accident Investigation Board of Finland.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Apr 2010 PIPER PA28R 200 accident near Emäsalo, Finland?

On April 23, 2010, a Piper PA-28R-200 (OH-PAM) was substantially damaged after experiencing a loss of engine power at low altitude and descending into a forest near Emäsalo, Finland. One crew member was fatally injured; another crew member and a passenger were seriously injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Apr 2010 PIPER PA28R 200 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Apr 2010 involved a PIPER PA28R 200, operated by Espoon Moottorilentäjät ry, at Emäsalo, Finland.

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