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Collision between an AN-12 and a Su-11 near Kresttsy

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On January 21, 1977, an Antonov AN-12 operated by Soviet Air Force - Voyenno-vozdushnye sily CCCP was involved in an aviation accident near Kresttsy, Russia in flight. 8 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An AN-12 collided with a Su-11 during a training exercise near Kresttsy. Both aircraft crashed, killing all eight AN-12 crew members and the Su-11 pilot.

Incident Overview and Context An Antonov An-12 departed Šiauliai Airport alongside two other AN-12 aircraft to participate in a training program that included interception by a Sukhoi Su-11 fighter. The source does not provide a specific registration, operator, or date for the incident. ## Collision and Crash While cruising at an altitude of 6,350 metres, the AN-12 collided with the Su-11 under unknown circumstances. Following the collision, both aircraft lost control, entered a dive, and crashed near Kresttsy. ## Casualties All eight crew members aboard the AN-12 were killed in the crash. The pilot of the Su-11 was also killed.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Jan 1977 Antonov AN-12 accident near Kresttsy, Russia?

An AN-12 collided with a Su-11 during a training exercise near Kresttsy. Both aircraft crashed, killing all eight AN-12 crew members and the Su-11 pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jan 1977 Antonov AN-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Jan 1977 involved an Antonov AN-12, operated by Soviet Air Force - Voyenno-vozdushnye sily CCCP, at Kresttsy, Russia.

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