No fatalities

1995-11-29: Rockwell Grand Commander 690 (EC-FFE) — Internacional Aéreas — Warsaw-Okęcie-Frederic Chopin, Poland

Warsaw-Okęcie-Frederic Chopin, PolandLanding (descent or approach)

On November 29, 1995, a Rockwell Grand Commander 690 (registration EC-FFE) operated by Internacional Aéreas was involved in an aviation accident near Warsaw-Okęcie-Frederic Chopin, Poland during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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On final approach to Warsaw-Okecie Airport runway 33, the pilot reported engine problems. The aircraft lost height and crashed in Mysiadło, about six kilometers short of the runway. All four occupants were injured; the aircraft was destroyed.

Accident

During a night approach to Warsaw-Okecie Airport runway 33, the pilot reported engine problems. Shortly after, the aircraft lost height and crashed in the district of Mysiadło, approximately six kilometers short of the runway threshold. According to reports, both engines lost power on approach, possibly due to frost accumulation. At the time of the accident, icing conditions were present in Warsaw.

Occupants and Damage

The aircraft carried four occupants, all of whom were injured. There were no casualties on the ground. The aircraft itself was destroyed in the impact.

Circumstances

The incident occurred on final approach under night conditions. The pilot's report of engine problems preceded the loss of altitude. Investigators noted that icing conditions prevailed in the area, and the engines may have been affected by frost, though the exact cause of the power loss was not conclusively determined.