Aircraft accident following engine failure and icing during approach to Guryev Airport

No fatalities • Guryev, Kazakhstan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced an engine flameout and subsequent crash during a go-around attempt near Guryev Airport, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

During a departure from Guryev Airport, an aircraft climbing through 900 metres experienced a loss of power and a subsequent flameout in the right engine. In response to the failure, the crew performed the necessary procedures to shut down the engine and feather the propeller. The flight then proceeded to complete a circuit intended to return to the airfield.

While on final approach, the aircraft encountered icing conditions. During this phase, the aircraft was not correctly aligned with the runway, prompting the captain to execute a go-around. During this maneuver, the aircraft lost altitude and impacted a field. At the time of the crash, the undercarriage was in a partially retracted state. Following the impact, the aircraft slid for 418 metres before coming to a stop approximately 6 km from the airport. There were no fatalities among the 51 occupants, all of whom evacuated the wreckage safely. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

  • The initial sequence of events was triggered by the flameout of the right engine during the climb.
  • Adverse weather conditions, specifically icing, contributed to the difficulty of the approach.
  • The decision to initiate a go-around, combined with the loss of altitude, led to the impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed during a go-around attempt following an engine failure and encounter with icing conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-02-09 Antonov AN-24 accident near Guryev, Kazakhstan?

An aircraft experienced an engine flameout and subsequent crash during a go-around attempt near Guryev Airport, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-02-09 Antonov AN-24 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-02-09 involved a Antonov AN-24, registration CCCP-46816, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Guryev, Kazakhstan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed during a go-around attempt following an engine failure and encounter with icing conditions.

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