Single-engine aircraft crash following takeoff from Sisian Airport

No fatalities • Sisian, Armenia • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine airplane crashed during its initial climb after departing from Sisian Airport due to encountering downdrafts.

What happened

On the date of the incident, a single-engine airplane departed from Sisian Airport. Shortly after the departure, while the aircraft was performing its initial climb, it encountered significant downdrafts. These atmospheric conditions led to the loss of control and the subsequent crash of the aircraft.

Despite the impact, there were no casualties reported among the occupants of the plane. The flight ended during the early stages of the ascent immediately following takeoff.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the encounter with downdrafts during the climb phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft encountered downdrafts during its initial climb after departing Sisian Airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1980-08-10 Antonov AN-2 accident near Sisian, Armenia?

A single-engine airplane crashed during its initial climb after departing from Sisian Airport due to encountering downdrafts.

Were there any fatalities in the 1980-08-10 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1980-08-10 involved a Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-15979, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Sisian, Armenia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft encountered downdrafts during its initial climb after departing Sisian Airport.

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