No fatalities

Aircraft accident at Blagoveshchensk Airport (CCCP-04366)

Blagoveshchensk, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 4, 1967, an Antonov AN-12 (registration CCCP-04366) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Blagoveshchensk, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Gear collapsed on landing. 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 aircraft returning from a geophysical mission suffered a left main gear collapse on landing at Blagoveshchensk Airport. The aircraft was destroyed, but all six crew members were uninjured.

Incident Overview and Outcome During a return to Blagoveshchensk Airport, an aircraft experienced a mechanical failure on landing. The left main landing gear collapsed, causing the aircraft to come to rest and sustain damage beyond repair. The incident occurred after the completion of a geophysical mission. All six crew members on board were uninjured in the event. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the probable cause of the accident as the collapse of the landing gear during the landing phase. No other specific causes or contributing factors were detailed in the provided source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Jun 1967 Antonov AN-12 accident near Blagoveshchensk, Russia?

An aircraft returning from a geophysical mission suffered a left main gear collapse on landing at Blagoveshchensk Airport. The aircraft was destroyed, but all six crew members were uninjured.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Jun 1967 Antonov AN-12 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Jun 1967 involved an Antonov AN-12, registration CCCP-04366, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Blagoveshchensk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Gear collapsed on landing.