No fatalities

Engine failure leads to crash landing near Tokko (CCCP-98281)

Toko, RussiaFlight

On September 25, 1971, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-98281) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Toko, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by a mechanical failure of the engine during flight. 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.

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An aircraft experienced an in-flight engine failure, resulting in a crash landing in the vicinity of Tokko with no reported fatalities.

What happened

During the flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of power due to an engine malfunction. Following the mechanical failure, the pilot was unable to maintain altitude and proceeded to perform an emergency descent. The aircraft subsequently performed a crash landing in an area near Tokko.

Despite the impact, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. However, the structural damage sustained during the landing was significant, rendering the aircraft a total loss as it was damaged beyond repair.

Findings

The primary factor identified in the accident was an engine failure that occurred while the aircraft was in flight.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by a mechanical failure of the engine during flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Sept 1971 Antonov AN-2 accident near Toko, Russia?

An aircraft experienced an in-flight engine failure, resulting in a crash landing in the vicinity of Tokko with no reported fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Sept 1971 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Sept 1971 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-98281, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Toko, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by a mechanical failure of the engine during flight.