No fatalities

2008-06-15: Antonov AN-2 (F-AZHB) — Aéroclub Paris-Est — Betz, France

Betz, FranceFlight

On June 15, 2008, an Antonov AN-2 (registration F-AZHB) operated by Aéroclub Paris-Est was involved in an aviation accident near Betz, France in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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An aircraft experienced engine problems en route from Lille-Lesquin to Lognes-Emerainville, prompting an emergency landing in a muddy field near Betz. The aircraft overturned, but all four occupants were rescued, with one passenger slightly injured. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Incident

During a flight from Lille-Lesquin to Lognes-Emerainville Airport, the pilot encountered engine problems. The pilot elected to perform an emergency landing in a field located in Betz, approximately 45 kilometers northeast of Lognes.

Landing and Overturn

Upon touchdown, the aircraft sank into the muddy field, overturned, and came to rest inverted. The aircraft sustained damage beyond economical repair and was later cannibalized.

Rescue and Injuries

All four occupants were rescued from the overturned aircraft. Among them, one passenger sustained minor injuries.

Probable Cause

Official investigation findings indicate that the accident was caused by an engine failure for unknown reasons.