Single-engine aircraft crash in Caroni River after takeoff

1 fatality • Urimán, Venezuela • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft crashed into the Caroni River during its initial climb following departure from Urimán Airport, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

During a recent flight departing from Urimán Airport, a single-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control during the initial climb phase. Shortly after the departure sequence began, the aircraft entered a stall, leading to a crash into the Caroni River.

The impact resulted in the destruction of the airframe. Regarding the occupants, the captain was killed in the accident, while the copilot sustained injuries.

Findings

Preliminary assessments of the accident suggest that an engine failure may have been a contributing factor to the loss of altitude and the subsequent stall during the climb.

Probable cause

The aircraft likely experienced an engine failure during the initial climb, leading to an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-10-11 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Urimán, Venezuela?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into the Caroni River during its initial climb following departure from Urimán Airport, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-10-11 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-10-11 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration YV-1128C, operated by Transmandu - Transportes Aéreos Manduca, at Urimán, Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft likely experienced an engine failure during the initial climb, leading to an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact.

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