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Night Approach Accident Involves Twin-Engine Aircraft (OH-CIG)

Ylivieska, FinlandLanding (descent or approach)

On August 31, 1986, a Cessna 404 Titan (registration OH-CIG) operated by Wasawings was involved in an aviation accident near Ylivieska, Finland during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft struck power cables during a night approach in foggy conditions, crashing into a wooded area and catching fire. The pilot was seriously injured, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview and Conditions The accident occurred following a routine cargo flight that originated in Seinäjoki. The pilot began the approach during nighttime conditions, which were further complicated by fog. ## Collision and Crash Sequence While on final approach, the twin-engine aircraft made contact with power cables. The impact caused the aircraft to crash into a wooded area, where it immediately burst into flames. ## Casualties and Damage The pilot sustained serious injuries in the crash. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the post-crash fire. No other casualties or specific details regarding the aircraft's registration or operator were provided in the source material.

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What happened in the 31 Aug 1986 Cessna 404 Titan accident near Ylivieska, Finland?

A twin-engine aircraft struck power cables during a night approach in foggy conditions, crashing into a wooded area and catching fire. The pilot was seriously injured, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Aug 1986 Cessna 404 Titan accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Aug 1986 involved a Cessna 404 Titan, registration OH-CIG, operated by Wasawings, at Ylivieska, Finland.

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