Emergency landing of Piper PA-32RT-300T in Margarita, Venezuela

No fatalities • Margarita, Venezuela

A private Piper aircraft performed an emergency landing on a road following a complete engine failure.

What happened

On January 5, 2014, at approximately 1900 UTC, a Piper PA-32RT-300T, registered as YV20070, was conducting a flight originating from Aeropuerto Internacional Del Caribe (SVMG) in Margarita, Edo Nueva Esparta, Venezuela. During the flight, the aircraft experienced a total loss of engine power. The pilot subsequently performed an emergency landing on a road. The pilot was not injured.

Probable cause

The engine failed completely, resulting in a loss of power during flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Jan 2014 PIPER PA-32RT-300T accident near Margarita, Venezuela?

A private Piper aircraft performed an emergency landing on a road following a complete engine failure.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Jan 2014 PIPER PA-32RT-300T accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Jan 2014 involved a PIPER PA-32RT-300T, at Margarita, Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine failed completely, resulting in a loss of power during flight.

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