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Fatal Crop-Spraying Accident in Ryazan Region (CCCP-15935)

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On April 28, 1970, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-15935) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Natalinka, Russia in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control while performing a sharp turn at an altitude below 50 meters. 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

A crop-spraying aircraft crashed in a field near Natalinka, Ryazan region, after the pilot initiated a steep left turn to avoid a powerline. Both pilots were killed in the subsequent fire.

Incident Overview and Context On a crop-spraying flight for the state farm (sovkhoz) 'Nekrasovo' in the Mikhailov district of the Ryazan region, the pilot-in-command initiated a steep left turn at a height of approximately 20 to 30 meters. The maneuver was executed to avoid a collision with a high-voltage powerline. The aircraft subsequently lost height and crashed in a field located 340 meters from Natalinka. The aircraft came to rest upside down and caught fire. Both pilots were killed in the accident. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was the loss of control while performing a sharp turn at an altitude below 50 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Apr 1970 Antonov AN-2 accident near Natalinka, Russia?

A crop-spraying aircraft crashed in a field near Natalinka, Ryazan region, after the pilot initiated a steep left turn to avoid a powerline. Both pilots were killed in the subsequent fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Apr 1970 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Apr 1970 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-15935, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Natalinka, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Loss of control while performing a sharp turn at an altitude below 50 meters.

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