PZL-Mielec AN-2 crash, Apr 11, 2011, Loxley
PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident on April 11, 2011 near Loxley, Alabama, United States with no fatalities. Cause: Internal engine failure causing loss of...
- Date: April 11, 2011
- Aircraft: PZL-Mielec AN-2
- Location: Loxley, Alabama, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Internal engine failure causing loss of power; metal particles were found in the oil and the crankshaft would not turn, and the engine could not be fully examined with the available equipment.
A PZL-Mielec An-2 on a private flight from Destin to DeRidder lost engine power in cruise after a loud metallic noise and violent vibration. The pilot force-landed in a farm field, where the aircraft nosed over in soft ground. The pilot and two passengers were unhurt, and the wings were substantially damaged.