On March 29, 2007, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration YV-1953) operated by Paúl Víveres was involved in an aviation accident near La Paragua, Venezuela during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft failed to maintain altitude after takeoff, leading to a loss of control and an inverted crash. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff while performing a cargo mission from La Paragua, resulting in minor injuries to the pilot.
What happened
During a cargo transport mission originating from La Paragua, a single-engine aircraft was transporting food supplies to a nearby mining region. Immediately following the takeoff phase, the aircraft experienced significant issues maintaining its altitude. As the plane struggled to climb, it entered a left-hand roll and subsequently impacted the ground in an inverted position.
Findings
The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair during the impact.
The pilot, who was the only person on board, sustained slight injuries.
The primary factor in the accident was the inability to gain sufficient altitude following liftoff.
Probable cause
The aircraft failed to maintain altitude after takeoff, leading to a loss of control and an inverted crash.