On October 13, 2003, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration YV-901C) operated by Aéreo Transporte La Montaña was involved in an aviation accident near La Paragua, Venezuela in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by engine malfunctions of undetermined origin. 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.
An aircraft experienced mechanical issues shortly after departing La Paragua, resulting in a crash landing and significant damage to the airframe.
What happened
Shortly after departing from La Paragua, the aircraft encountered unexpected difficulties with its engine. In response to these mechanical complications, the pilot decided to perform an emergency descent to land the plane.
During the attempt to land, the aircraft struck the ground in a crash landing. The impact resulted in the airframe being destroyed and rendered beyond repair. Despite the severity of the impact, the pilot was able to exit the wreckage and sustained no injuries during the event.
Findings
The primary factor leading to the incident was engine problems that occurred during the initial climb phase.
Probable cause
The accident was caused by engine malfunctions of undetermined origin.
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