On April 7, 1969, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-13667) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Staroshcherbinovskaya, Russia in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot was intoxicated with 1.7‰ of alcohol in blood. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A crop-spraying flight operated on behalf of Severny state farm crashed after a steep turn at low altitude, killing all three occupants, including two unauthorized passengers. Investigation found the pilot had a blood alcohol level of 1.7‰.
Accident Overview
A crop-spraying flight conducted for the Severny state farm, based near the village of Staroshcherbinovskaya, ended in a crash after the pilot performed a steep turn at low altitude. During the maneuver, control of the aircraft was lost. The airplane subsequently impacted the ground and was destroyed. All three individuals on board—the pilot and two unauthorized passengers—were killed.
Investigation Findings
Official investigation determined that the pilot was intoxicated at the time of the accident. Laboratory analysis revealed a blood alcohol concentration of 1.7‰. The presence of alcohol was cited as the probable cause of the loss of control and subsequent crash.
What happened in the 7 Apr 1969 Antonov AN-2 accident near Staroshcherbinovskaya, Russia?
A crop-spraying flight operated on behalf of Severny state farm crashed after a steep turn at low altitude, killing all three occupants, including two unauthorized passengers. Investigation found the pilot had a blood alcohol level of 1.7‰.
Were there any fatalities in the 7 Apr 1969 Antonov AN-2 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Apr 1969 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-13667, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Staroshcherbinovskaya, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot was intoxicated with 1.7‰ of alcohol in blood.
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