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Aircraft Strikes Mountain Near Magadan; Captain Killed and Four Injured (CCCP-55607)

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On March 30, 1992, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-55607) operated by Magadan Avia was involved in an aviation accident near Magadan, Russia in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew decided to continue under VFR mode in IMC conditions. At the time of the accident, visibility was poor due to low clouds and heavy snow falls. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a flight from Evensk to Magadan, an aircraft deviated from its route due to strong winds and struck a mountain slope. The captain was killed and four occupants were injured. Official findings cited continued VFR flight into IMC conditions.

Accident Details

While approaching Magadan on a flight from Evensk, weather conditions deteriorated with low clouds and heavy snowfall. The crew decided to continue the flight. Due to strong winds, the aircraft deviated from the prescribed route. While flying in clouds at an altitude of 885 metres, the aircraft struck the slope of a mountain located near the Cheka River mouth, approximately 60 km northeast of Magadan. Four occupants were injured and the captain was killed.

Official Findings

The probable cause, as determined by the official investigation, is that the crew decided to continue under visual flight rules (VFR) mode in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). At the time of the accident, visibility was poor due to low clouds and heavy snowfall. The crew failed to return and did not realize the aircraft was off course by 26 km due to limited visibility.

Aftermath

The accident resulted in injuries to four occupants and the death of the captain. No further details about the aircraft type, registration, or operator were provided in the source.

Controlled flight into terrain

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Mar 1992 Antonov AN-2 accident near Magadan, Russia?

During a flight from Evensk to Magadan, an aircraft deviated from its route due to strong winds and struck a mountain slope. The captain was killed and four occupants were injured. Official findings cited continued VFR flight into IMC conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Mar 1992 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Mar 1992 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-55607, operated by Magadan Avia, at Magadan, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew decided to continue under VFR mode in IMC conditions. At the time of the accident, visibility was poor due to low clouds and heavy snow falls. The crew failed to return and did not realize the aircraft was off course by 26 km due to limited visibility.

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