No fatalities

Aircraft Crashes in Open Field After Engine Failure During Initial Climb

Astrakhan-Narimanovo, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On May 12, 2010, an Antonov AN-2 operated by ROSTO was involved in an aviation accident near Astrakhan-Narimanovo, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure for unknown reasons. 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.

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An aircraft suffered an engine failure shortly after takeoff. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the plane stalled and crashed into an open field. All 12 occupants escaped uninjured, while the aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath An aircraft experienced an engine failure while in the initial climb phase, shortly after takeoff. In response to the mechanical issue, the flight crew initiated an emergency landing procedure. However, the aircraft subsequently stalled and crashed into an open field. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames, and a post-crash fire ultimately destroyed the airframe. Despite the severity of the crash, all 12 occupants on board managed to escape the burning wreckage without sustaining any injuries. The incident resulted in the total loss of the aircraft, though no fatalities or injuries were reported among the passengers and crew.

Probable cause

Engine failure for unknown reasons.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 May 2010 Antonov AN-2 accident near Astrakhan-Narimanovo, Russia?

An aircraft suffered an engine failure shortly after takeoff. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the plane stalled and crashed into an open field. All 12 occupants escaped uninjured, while the aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 May 2010 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 May 2010 involved an Antonov AN-2, operated by ROSTO, at Astrakhan-Narimanovo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure for unknown reasons.