Incident Overview
During a crop spraying mission, the aircraft experienced an engine failure. The crew initiated an emergency landing procedure, but the aircraft subsequently crashed in an open field approximately 20 kilometers from Saransk-Lyambir Airport. There were no casualties as a result of the accident; however, the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Aircraft Documentation
Investigation revealed that the aircraft's Certificate of Airworthiness and Certificate of Registration were both out of date at the time of the accident. The expired documentation did not meet regulatory requirements.
Accident Location
The crash site was an open field located about 20 kilometers from Saransk-Lyambir Airport. The terrain was suitable for an emergency landing, but the aircraft was unable to complete the maneuver successfully.
Official Findings
The probable cause of the accident was determined to be an engine failure for unknown reasons. No further explanation regarding the failure mechanism was provided in the official findings.