Aircraft crash near Kyzyl Airport following engine failure

No fatalities • Kyzyl, Russia

An aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Kyzyl Airport after experiencing a loss of power in one of its engines.

What happened

During a flight operating near the region of Kyzyl Airport, an unidentified aircraft experienced a critical mechanical malfunction. The incident began when the aircraft suffered an engine failure while in flight. Following the loss of propulsion, the aircraft was unable to maintain its intended flight path and subsequently crashed in the area surrounding the airport.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor leading to the crash was the sudden failure of the engine. This mechanical breakdown prevented the crew from maintaining stable flight, resulting in the impact near the Kyzyl landing site.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by a failure of the aircraft's engine.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-06-20 Antonov AN-2 accident near Kyzyl, Russia?

An aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Kyzyl Airport after experiencing a loss of power in one of its engines.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-06-20 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-06-20 involved a Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-33162, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Kyzyl, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by a failure of the aircraft's engine.

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