Disappearance of cargo flight from Kyzyl to Abakan

4 fatalities • Russia, Russia • Flight

A cargo flight transporting furring disappeared shortly after departing Kyzyl Airport, leaving no trace of the aircraft or its crew.

What happened

On a flight departing from Kyzyl Airport at 12:05 local time, an aircraft carrying 485 kilograms of furring failed to reach its destination in Abakan. Shortly after the departure, meteorological authorities were notified of a potential snowstorm developing in the area. Following the failure of the flight to arrive as scheduled, search and rescue operations were initiated to locate the missing plane.

Despite the efforts of recovery teams, the mission was eventually terminated several days later when no wreckage or evidence of the flight could be located. The aircraft and all four crew members remained missing following the conclusion of the search.

Findings

Investigations into the disappearance concluded that poor weather conditions were present during the period when the accident occurred.

Probable cause

The disappearance is attributed to deteriorating weather conditions involving a possible snowstorm shortly after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-04-21 Antonov AN-2 accident near Russia, Russia?

A cargo flight transporting furring disappeared shortly after departing Kyzyl Airport, leaving no trace of the aircraft or its crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-04-21 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-04-21 involved a Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-A2597, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Russia, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The disappearance is attributed to deteriorating weather conditions involving a possible snowstorm shortly after takeoff.

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