On June 28, 1975, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-02132) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Karaganda, Kazakhstan in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot flew the aircraft into rising terrain while operating in weather conditions below established minimums. 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.
A single-engine airplane crashed into a hillside near Karaganda while operating in low-visibility conditions, resulting in no fatalities.
What happened
During an operation conducted under weather conditions that were below established minimums, a single-engine aircraft struck a hill in the vicinity of Karaganda. The impact occurred during the flight, leading to the destruction of the airframe. Despite the severity of the collision, there were no casualties reported among those on board.
Findings
Following the investigation into the accident, it was determined that the primary reason for the crash was controlled flight into terrain. The aircraft was operating in visibility conditions that did not meet the required safety standards for the flight phase.
Probable cause
The pilot flew the aircraft into rising terrain while operating in weather conditions below established minimums.
What happened in the 28 Jun 1975 Antonov AN-2 accident near Karaganda, Kazakhstan?
A single-engine airplane crashed into a hillside near Karaganda while operating in low-visibility conditions, resulting in no fatalities.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jun 1975 Antonov AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Jun 1975 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-02132, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Karaganda, Kazakhstan.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot flew the aircraft into rising terrain while operating in weather conditions below established minimums.
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