No fatalities

1993-11-11: PZL-Mielec AN-2 (EZ-07469) — Turkmenistan Airlines — Bekdash, Turkmenistan

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On November 11, 1993, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration EZ-07469) operated by Turkmenistan Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Bekdash, Turkmenistan in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The engine failed during flight for reasons that have not yet been determined. 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.

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An aircraft experienced an engine malfunction during flight, resulting in an emergency landing and significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

During a period of active flight, the aircraft's engine ceased functioning properly. This mechanical failure necessitated an immediate emergency response from the crew, who were forced to manage the loss of power while attempting to bring the plane down safely.

Upon completing the emergency landing, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, as it was deemed beyond repair. Despite the severity of the impact and the structural damage to the airframe, there were no casualties reported during the event. All four individuals on board managed to exit the aircraft without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

Investigations into the incident focused on the sudden loss of propulsion. The primary factor identified in the accident was an engine failure occurring while the aircraft was in flight, though the specific underlying reason for the mechanical malfunction remains unidentified.

Probable cause

The engine failed during flight for reasons that have not yet been determined.