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Aircraft Crash During Return to Departure Point (HA-MBI)

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On January 25, 1982, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration HA-MBI) operated by Air Service Hungary - Repülögépes Szolgálat was involved in an aviation accident near Bácsbokod, Hungary in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed and burned after its right wingtip struck the ground during a low-altitude right turn while returning to its departure point due to worsening weather. Both crew members were killed.

Incident Overview and Weather Conditions During the flight, weather conditions deteriorated, resulting in a low ceiling and reduced visibility caused by fog. These conditions forced the crew to initiate a return to the departure point. The aircraft was operating at a low altitude when the incident occurred. ## Accident Sequence While cruising at low height, the crew began a right turn. During this maneuver, the right wingtip of the aircraft made contact with the ground. The impact caused the aircraft to crash and immediately burst into flames. ## Casualties Both crew members on board the aircraft were killed in the accident.

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