Aircraft crash in Gulf of Finland during cargo flight

10 fatalities • Saint Petersburg-Pulkovo, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

A cargo flight departing from Saint Petersburg-Pulkovo Airport crashed into the Gulf of Finland during its initial climb, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

A cargo operation traveling from Saint Petersburg-Pulkovo Airport to Voronezh ended in a fatal accident during the climb phase. The aircraft was transporting a shipment of television sets and electronic equipment, along with a total of seven passengers and three crew members.

As the flight reached an altitude of approximately 860 metres, the aircraft began an uncontrolled descent. The plane eventually impacted the water in the Gulf of Finland, landing roughly 150 metres from the shoreline. The accident resulted in 10 fatalities, with no survivors reported among the passengers or the crew.

Findings

The investigation into the crash focused on the period when the aircraft transitioned from a steady climb into a loss of control during the ascent.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent while climbing to 860 metres.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-09-26 Antonov AN-24 accident near Saint Petersburg-Pulkovo, Russia?

A cargo flight departing from Saint Petersburg-Pulkovo Airport crashed into the Gulf of Finland during its initial climb, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-09-26 Antonov AN-24 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-09-26 involved a Antonov AN-24, registration CCCP-46724, operated by AKF Polet, at Saint Petersburg-Pulkovo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent while climbing to 860 metres.

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