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Aircraft Crashes Into Houses After Takeoff from Alma-Ata Airport (CCCP-46751)

Almaty, KazakhstanTakeoff (climb)

On March 24, 1969, an Antonov AN-24 (registration CCCP-46751) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Almaty, Kazakhstan during takeoff. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The right engine lost power during initial climb when the gear were retracted. The loss of speed caused the aircraft to stall. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

An airplane crashed into houses in Krasnoye Polye after losing power in the right engine during climb. One crew member and three passengers were killed; 27 were injured.

Accident Overview

Shortly after departure from Alma-Ata Airport, the aircraft was climbing through 80 meters when it initiated a right bank, lost altitude, and impacted houses in the village of Krasnoye Polye near the airport. The aircraft and several houses were destroyed.

Casualties and Injuries

A crew member and three passengers sustained fatal injuries. An additional 27 occupants were injured. No casualties occurred on the ground.

Probable Cause

The investigation determined that the right engine lost power during the initial climb when the landing gear were retracted. The resulting loss of airspeed caused the aircraft to stall.

Engine failure

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Mar 1969 Antonov AN-24 accident near Almaty, Kazakhstan?

An airplane crashed into houses in Krasnoye Polye after losing power in the right engine during climb. One crew member and three passengers were killed; 27 were injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Mar 1969 Antonov AN-24 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Mar 1969 involved an Antonov AN-24, registration CCCP-46751, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Almaty, Kazakhstan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The right engine lost power during initial climb when the gear were retracted. The loss of speed caused the aircraft to stall.

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