Emergency landing following mid-air engine failure

No fatalities • Chynów, Poland • Flight

An aircraft was forced to perform an emergency landing after experiencing a loss of power during flight, resulting in significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

During the course of the flight, the crew encountered a critical mechanical issue when one of the engines ceased functioning. This sudden loss of power necessitated an immediate emergency descent and an attempt to find a suitable landing site.

While attempting to manage the situation, the aircraft impacted a field. The impact during the crash landing caused extensive damage to the airframe, rendering the plane a total loss. Despite the severity of the impact, there were no fatalities and no injuries were reported among those on board.

Findings

Investigations into the incident determined that the primary factor leading to the emergency was an engine failure in flight.

Probable cause

The engine failed while the aircraft was in flight, necessitating an emergency landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-08-22 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Chynów, Poland?

An aircraft was forced to perform an emergency landing after experiencing a loss of power during flight, resulting in significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-08-22 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1967-08-22 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration 635, operated by Polish Navy - Lotnictwa Marynarki Wojenna, at Chynów, Poland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine failed while the aircraft was in flight, necessitating an emergency landing.

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