Single-engine aircraft crash during takeoff

No fatalities • Mestia, Georgia • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine airplane crashed while attempting to take off after being impacted by sudden downdrafts.

What happened

During the initial phase of flight, a single-engine aircraft was involved in an accident while performing a takeoff maneuver. As the plane reached the point of liftoff, it encountered powerful downward air currents. These atmospheric conditions caused the aircraft to lose altitude and strike the ground.

While the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The incident concluded with the total loss of the airframe but no loss of life.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor leading to the crash was the occurrence of downdrafts at the moment of takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft was overcome by downdrafts during the takeoff phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1975-05-19 Antonov AN-2 accident near Mestia, Georgia?

A single-engine airplane crashed while attempting to take off after being impacted by sudden downdrafts.

Were there any fatalities in the 1975-05-19 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1975-05-19 involved a Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-07960, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Mestia, Georgia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was overcome by downdrafts during the takeoff phase.

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