7 fatalities

Unidentified aircraft crash near Laguna de Perlas (28)

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On February 19, 1982, an Antonov AN-2 (registration 28) operated by Sandinist Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Sandinista was involved in an aviation accident near Laguna de Perlas, Nicaragua in flight. 7 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft crashed in an area approximately 45 km west of Laguna de Perlas, resulting in the deaths of all seven people on board.

What happened

On an unconfirmed date, an unidentified aircraft went down in a region located roughly 45 km to the west of Laguna de Perlas. The wreckage of the plane was discovered by searchers on February 19, 1982.

There were seven fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board the aircraft perished during the event. The specific circumstances surrounding the descent and impact remain undetermined due to a lack of definitive data regarding the flight's final moments.

Findings

At this time, the exact cause of the crash is unknown. Because the precise date of the accident has not been verified, investigators have been unable to establish a clear sequence of events leading to the loss of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Feb 1982 Antonov AN-2 accident near Laguna de Perlas, Nicaragua?

An aircraft crashed in an area approximately 45 km west of Laguna de Perlas, resulting in the deaths of all seven people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Feb 1982 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Feb 1982 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration 28, operated by Sandinist Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Sandinista, at Laguna de Perlas, Nicaragua.