May 20, 2012, Frankenmuth, Mich. Piper PA-28-180 Cherokee

At 1727 Eastern time, the airplane collided with terrain during an off-airport forced landing. The airplane sustained a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. The private pilot was not injured; three passengers sustained minor injuries.

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Key Takeaways:

  • An airplane experienced a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff, leading to an off-airport forced landing and collision with terrain.
  • The incident resulted in substantial damage to the airplane and minor injuries to three passengers, though the private pilot was uninjured.
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At 1727 Eastern time, the airplane collided with terrain during an off-airport forced landing. The airplane sustained a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. The private pilot was not injured; three passengers sustained minor injuries. The airplane was substantially damaged. Visual conditions prevailed. The flight originated about 1722.

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