Fatal aircraft crash near Găvănoasa, Moldova

4 fatalities • Gӑvӑnoasa, Moldova • Flight

An aircraft crashed in an open field between Vladimirovca and Găvănoasa during a positioning flight, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

What happened

Following the completion of crop-spraying tasks for the "Gigant" collective farm, an aircraft was conducting a positioning flight from Cahul toward Vulcӑneşti. During this transit, the crew executed an unapproved maneuver that caused the plane to lose airspeed. The aircraft subsequently entered a steep dive and struck the ground in an open field situated approximately 2 km northwest of Găvănoasa, between the villages of Vladimirovca and Găvănoasa. The impact resulted in a post-crash fire that destroyed the wreckage.

All four people on board, consisting of two pilots and two mechanics, were killed in the accident.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the crew was operating under the influence of alcohol. The primary factor contributing to the loss of control was pilot intoxication.

Probable cause

The pilot was operating the aircraft while intoxicated, leading to an unauthorized maneuver and subsequent loss of control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1964-11-09 Antonov AN-2 accident near Gӑvӑnoasa, Moldova?

An aircraft crashed in an open field between Vladimirovca and Găvănoasa during a positioning flight, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1964-11-09 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1964-11-09 involved a Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-43915, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Gӑvӑnoasa, Moldova.

What was the probable cause of the accident?