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.