No fatalities

Cessna 172K Runway Excursion at Valday-Avia Airfield

Valday-avia, Russia

On July 16, 2016, a CESSNA 172 K was involved in an aviation accident near Valday-avia, Russia. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On July 16, 2016, a Cessna 172K with Russian registration RA-67480 was substantially damaged during a takeoff runway excursion at Valday-Avia Airfield. The pilot and two passengers were injured.

Accident Details

On July 16, 2016, at approximately 1024 universal coordinated time, a runway excursion occurred during takeoff from Valday-Avia Airfield in Valday, Novgorod, Russia. The aircraft involved was a Cessna 172K.

Aircraft and Registration

The airplane bore the Russian registration RA-67480. It was substantially damaged as a result of the excursion.

Injuries and Damage

The pilot and two passengers sustained injuries. The aircraft itself was substantially damaged.

Investigation

The investigation into the incident is under the jurisdiction of the Interstate Aviation Committee of Russia. Further information is available from the Interstate Aviation Committee at their Moscow address.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Jul 2016 CESSNA 172 K accident near Valday-avia, Russia?

On July 16, 2016, a Cessna 172K with Russian registration RA-67480 was substantially damaged during a takeoff runway excursion at Valday-Avia Airfield. The pilot and two passengers were injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Jul 2016 CESSNA 172 K accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Jul 2016 involved a CESSNA 172 K, at Valday-avia, Russia.