No fatalities

1981-07-21: PZL-Mielec AN-2 (YR-PVJ) — Aviatia Utilitara — Stupina, Romania

Stupina, RomaniaFlight

On July 21, 1981, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration YR-PVJ) operated by Aviatia Utilitara was involved in an aviation accident near Stupina, Romania in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781222405Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine airplane crashed into an open field during low-altitude flight, resulting in serious injuries to both occupants.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred involving a single-engine airplane while the aircraft was operating at a low altitude. During the flight, the plane impacted an open field under circumstances that remain undetermined. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

Both members of the flight crew sustained serious injuries during the crash sequence. No information regarding the specific location or the identity of the operator has been released at this time.

Findings

The exact cause of the crash is currently unknown, as the event took place under unidentified circumstances. Investigations into the specific mechanical or operational factors leading to the impact in the field have not yet been finalized.