On March 4, 1986, a Partenavia P.68 (registration OY-PRY) operated by Muk Air was involved in an aviation accident near Malmö, Sweden during landing or approach. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot flew at an insufficient altitude during heavy snowfall, resulting in contact with power lines and a subsequent stall. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A solo pilot was killed when their twin-engine aircraft struck power lines and crashed into a forest during an approach to Malmö-Sturup Airport.
What happened
During the final approach phase toward Malmö-Sturup Airport, a twin engine aircraft encountered severe weather characterized by heavy snowfall and significantly reduced visibility. While maneuvering in these difficult conditions, the aircraft descended too low and made contact with overhead power cables.
Following the impact with the lines, the plane entered a stall and subsequently crashed into a nearby wooded area. There was only one person on board at the time of the accident. The pilot sustained fatal injuries in the crash.
Findings
The flight was operating under heavy snow and poor visibility conditions.
The aircraft's altitude decreased to a level where it struck electrical infrastructure.
The impact with power cables led to an aerodynamic stall and the final impact in the trees.
Probable cause
The pilot flew at an insufficient altitude during heavy snowfall, resulting in contact with power lines and a subsequent stall.