Fatal training flight accident near Yegoryevsk

2 fatalities • Yegoryevsk, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

A training flight departing from Yegoryevsk resulted in a fatal crash after the aircraft struck trees during its initial climb.

What happened

A local training mission departing from Yegoryevsk ended in a fatal accident involving two crew members. The flight crew, consisting of an instructor and a student pilot from Germany, was conducting a routine training flight when the incident occurred. During the initial climb phase following takeoff, the crew began executing a left-hand turn. During this maneuver, the aircraft collided with trees, which led to a subsequent crash into a military parking area. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames.

Findings

  • The accident resulted in two fatalities.
  • The crash occurred during the initial climb phase of flight.
  • The sequence of events was triggered by the aircraft striking trees while performing a turn.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees during a left turn while in the initial climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-08-16 Antonov AN-2 accident near Yegoryevsk, Russia?

A training flight departing from Yegoryevsk resulted in a fatal crash after the aircraft struck trees during its initial climb.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-08-16 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-08-16 involved a Antonov AN-2, operated by ROSTO, at Yegoryevsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees during a left turn while in the initial climb phase.

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