No fatalities

1969-06-25: Antonov AN-12 (CCCP-11380) — Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines — Mirny, Russia

Mirny, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 25, 1969, an Antonov AN-12 (registration CCCP-11380) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Mirny, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The collapse of the right main landing gear upon touchdown caused the aircraft to veer off the runway. 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)Primary reportUpdated 1781237437Data APIEditorial standards

A landing accident involving a gear collapse occurred at Mirny Airport, resulting in no injuries to the crew but significant damage to the aircraft.

What happened

During the landing phase at Mirny Airport, an aircraft experienced a mechanical failure upon contact with the runway. As the plane touched down, the right main landing gear collapsed under the weight of the aircraft.

Following this structural failure, the pilot lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer toward the right side of the runway. The aircraft eventually came to a stop after departing the paved surface. Despite the impact and the subsequent excursion from the runway, all six crew members were able to evacuate the plane without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

  • The primary event was triggered by the collapse of the right main landing gear during touchdown.
  • The aircraft sustained damage that required repair following the incident.

Probable cause

The collapse of the right main landing gear upon touchdown caused the aircraft to veer off the runway.