Emergency landing near Iquitos results in aircraft damage

No fatalities • Iquitos, Peru • Flight

An aircraft experienced an engine failure during flight, leading to a crash landing near Iquitos that left all occupants injured.

What happened

During a flight near Iquitos, the crew encountered a critical mechanical issue involving an engine failure. In response to the loss of power, the crew initiated an emergency descent to perform an unplanned landing in the vicinity of the location.

During the attempt to land the aircraft, the plane struck the ground, resulting in a crash landing. The impact caused significant structural damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss. While the aircraft was destroyed, there were no fatalities reported among the passengers and crew.

Findings

  • The primary event was triggered by an engine failure during the flight.
  • All 15 individuals on board sustained injuries during the impact.
  • The aircraft was determined to be damaged beyond repair following the crash landing.

Probable cause

The aircraft suffered an engine failure which necessitated an emergency landing that resulted in a crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-02-14 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Iquitos, Peru?

An aircraft experienced an engine failure during flight, leading to a crash landing near Iquitos that left all occupants injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-02-14 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-02-14 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration OB-1350, operated by Aero Manu, at Iquitos, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft suffered an engine failure which necessitated an emergency landing that resulted in a crash.

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