No fatalities

Aircraft crash near Khandyga Airport (CCCP-26567)

Khandyga, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 23, 1976, an Antonov AN-26 (registration CCCP-26567) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Khandyga, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing approximately six kilometers from the runway threshold during its approach to Khandyga Airport.

What happened

During an approach to Khandyga Airport, an aircraft crashed at a location situated roughly six kilometers before reaching the runway threshold. The specific sequence of events leading to the impact remains undetermined, as the circumstances surrounding the descent are currently unknown.

Despite the severity of the impact, there were no casualties reported among those on board. However, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, as the airframe was deemed beyond repair following the accident.

Findings

The exact cause of the crash has not yet been established, with the circumstances of the flight remaining unidentified at this time.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 May 1976 Antonov AN-26 accident near Khandyga, Russia?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing approximately six kilometers from the runway threshold during its approach to Khandyga Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 May 1976 Antonov AN-26 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 May 1976 involved an Antonov AN-26, registration CCCP-26567, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Khandyga, Russia.