Incident Overview
On May 18, 2017, at 1840 coordinated universal time, a single-engine Cessna 182P, registration PZ-VAC, encountered an uncontained engine failure during flight. The pilot executed a forced landing in Poespegroenoe, Suriname. The aircraft sustained minor damage as a result of the landing. The pilot and two passengers were not injured in the event.
Flight Details
The flight originated from Kwamalasoemoetoe Airport (SMSM) located in Sipaliwini, Suriname, and was bound for Zorg en Hoop Airfield (SMZO) in Paramaribo, Suriname. The aircraft's registration, PZ-VAC, was noted in the official report.
Investigation
The Suriname Civil Aviation Safety Authority has jurisdiction over the investigation. No probable cause has been stated in the initial information released. Further details may be obtained from the authority at Zorg en Hoop Airfield, P.O. Box 12587, Paramaribo, Suriname.
The report is informational and contains only data released by the Government of Suriname.