Emergency landing following engine failure near Kazan

1 fatality • Kazan, Russia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft flying from Kamskoye Ustye experienced an engine failure during its approach to Kazan, resulting in a forced landing on a highway.

What happened

During an approach to Kazan, an aircraft traveling from Kamselye Ustye suffered a loss of power in one of its engines. Because the flight was operating at a low altitude and encountered overhead power lines, the pilot executed a maneuver to fly beneath the cables with the intention of performing an emergency landing on a nearby highway.

Upon contacting the ground, the aircraft type (unspecified) struck various obstacles, including a metal slide, before finally coming to a stop. The incident resulted in five injuries, including both pilots and three passengers. While nine other people on board were not harmed, the accident was ultimately fatal for one person; the co-pilot succumbed to his injuries six hours after the event.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the engine failure was triggered by contaminated fuel of substandard quality.

Probable cause

The engine failed during flight due to the use of poor quality, contaminated fuel.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1962-12-19 Antonov AN-2 accident near Kazan, Russia?

An aircraft flying from Kamskoye Ustye experienced an engine failure during its approach to Kazan, resulting in a forced landing on a highway.

Were there any fatalities in the 1962-12-19 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1962-12-19 involved a Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-15939, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Kazan, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine failed during flight due to the use of poor quality, contaminated fuel.

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