No fatalities

2006-05-06: PZL-Mielec AN-2 (ER-35538) — Moldaeroservice — Göktepe, Turkey

Göktepe, TurkeyFlight

On May 6, 2006, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration ER-35538) operated by Moldaeroservice was involved in an aviation accident near Göktepe, Turkey in flight. 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)Primary reportUpdated 1781198900Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft leased by a Turkish operator crash landed in hilly terrain near Göktepe during a flight from Izmir to Adana, injuring all six occupants.

Accident

A single-engine aircraft crash landed in hilly terrain near Göktepe, Turkey, after encountering adverse weather conditions. The crew had elected to make an emergency landing due to heavy rain and limited visibility. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair in the accident.

Aircraft and Flight

The aircraft was operated under a lease by a regional Turkish operator for a flight from Izmir to Adana. On board were four pilots and two engineers from a Moldovan company, totaling six occupants.

Occupants

All six occupants were slightly injured in the crash landing.

Probable Cause

The official investigation source did not state a probable cause for the accident.