No fatalities

5 Jan 2014: PIPER PA-32RT-300T — Margarita, Venezuela

Margarita, Venezuela

On 5 Jan 2014, a PIPER PA-32RT-300T was involved in an aviation accident near Margarita, Venezuela. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: <br /><br />. 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 January 5, 2014, a privately operated Piper PA-32RT-300T (YV2070) performed an emergency landing on a road near Margarita, Venezuela, following a complete loss of engine power; the pilot was uninjured.

Incident Overview

On January 5, 2014, at approximately 1900 universal coordinated time, a Piper PA-32RT-300T aircraft, bearing Venezuelan registration YV2070, experienced a total loss of engine power. The pilot executed an emergency landing on a road. The aircraft was operated by a private individual and had departed from Aeropuerto Internacional Del Caribe, Margarita, Edo Nueva Esparta (SVMG). The flight was conducted under Venezuelan flight regulations.

Pilot and Injuries

The pilot was not injured in the incident. No other occupants were reported on board.

Investigation

The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Venezuela. Further information may be obtained from the Director General para la Prevencion e Investigacion de Accidentes Aereos, Ministerio del Poder Popular para Transporte Acuatico y Aereo, located in Caracas, Venezuela.