On July 29, 1962, an Antonov AN-24 (registration CCCP-46708) operated by MAP - Ministerstvo Aviatsionnoi Promyshlennosti - Minaviaprom was involved in an aviation accident near Moscow-Sheremetyevo, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Poor flying techniques on part of the crew who decided to take off with one engine off in difficult flight conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During a local training flight at Moscow-Sheremetyevo Airport involving takeoffs and landings in strong cross winds, the right engine was voluntarily shut down. After liftoff, the aircraft banked right, causing the right wing to strike the ground. The wing was sheared off, and the airplane crashed in flames 300 meters farther. All eight crew members were injured, and the aircraft was destroyed by fire.
Accident Summary
The accident occurred during a local training flight at Moscow-Sheremetyevo Airport. The flight consisted of a series of takeoffs and landings conducted in strong cross winds. At the time of takeoff, the crew voluntarily shut down the right engine. After liftoff, the airplane banked to the right, causing the right wing to contact the ground. The impact sheared off the wing, and the aircraft continued for approximately 300 meters before crashing and catching fire.
Injuries and Damage
All eight crew members on board sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the post-crash fire.
Probable Cause
According to the official investigation, the probable cause of the accident was poor flying techniques on the part of the crew, who decided to take off with one engine off in difficult flight conditions.