Emergency landing of aircraft near Şirna Aerodrome

No fatalities • Dârvari, Romania • Flight

An aircraft performing a spraying mission was forced to make an emergency landing following engine issues near Şirna Aerodrome, resulting in no injuries but significant damage.

What happened

On the morning of the incident, an aircraft departed from Şirna Aerodrome at approximately 08:30 local time to perform a scheduled agricultural spraying mission. Roughly 15 minutes after takeoff, the crew experienced mechanical difficulties related to the engine. In response to these engine problems, the crew decided to perform an emergency landing.

During the attempt to land in an available area of terrain, the aircraft struck a small concrete wall and several bushes. The impact caused the aircraft to come to a stop in an open field. While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, both pilots were able to exit the wreckage uninjured.

Findings

  • The primary reason for the emergency landing was the occurrence of engine problems during the flight phase.

Probable cause

The crew was forced to execute an emergency landing due to mechanical issues with the engine.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2012-04-23 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Dârvari, Romania?

An aircraft performing a spraying mission was forced to make an emergency landing following engine issues near Şirna Aerodrome, resulting in no injuries but significant damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2012-04-23 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2012-04-23 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration YR-BOR, operated by Aerogetic, at Dârvari, Romania.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew was forced to execute an emergency landing due to mechanical issues with the engine.

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