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Uncontrolled Descent and Crash Near Olyokminsk (CCCP-47733)

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On January 6, 1968, an Antonov AN-24 (registration CCCP-47733) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Olyokminsk, Russia in flight. 45 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The investigation was unable to determine the exact cause of the accident. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in a wooded area 92 km west of Olyokminsk after entering an uncontrolled descent at 4,500 meters. All 45 occupants were killed, and the investigation could not determine the exact cause.

Departure and Descent The aircraft departed Olyokminsk Airport at 1810 local time, bound for Lensk. Eighteen minutes after takeoff, while cruising at an altitude of 4,500 meters, the airplane entered an uncontrolled descent. The aircraft crashed in a near-vertical attitude of 80 degrees in a dense wooded area located 92 kilometers west of Olyokminsk. The airplane partially disintegrated in the air, and debris was scattered over a large area. No fire was present on board prior to final impact. All 45 occupants were killed in the accident. ## Investigation Findings The official investigation was unable to determine the exact cause of the accident. Investigators found no technical failure of the engine or equipment prior to the accident, no fire on board, and no in-flight collision with any object.

Probable cause

The investigation was unable to determine the exact cause of the accident.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Jan 1968 Antonov AN-24 accident near Olyokminsk, Russia?

An aircraft crashed in a wooded area 92 km west of Olyokminsk after entering an uncontrolled descent at 4,500 meters. All 45 occupants were killed, and the investigation could not determine the exact cause.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jan 1968 Antonov AN-24 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 45 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Jan 1968 involved an Antonov AN-24, registration CCCP-47733, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Olyokminsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The investigation was unable to determine the exact cause of the accident.

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