Single-engine aircraft crash landing near Khoyto-Gol

No fatalities • Khoyto-Gol, Russia • Flight

A single-engine aircraft performed an emergency crash landing on a mountainside northwest of Khoyto-Gol, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

During a flight near the Khoyto-Gol region, a single-engine aircraft departed from its intended course. While navigating the area, the aircraft struck a mountain slope situated approximately 30 km northwest of Khoyto-Gol.

The impact resulted in the total loss of the airframe, as the aircraft was written off following the incident. Despite the severity of the crash landing on the terrain, there were zero fatalities and no injuries were reported among those on board.

Findings

Investigations into the event indicate that the primary factor involved the crew's deviation from the established flight path prior to the impact with the mountain slope.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountainside after the crew moved away from the approved flight trajectory.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1976-10-02 Antonov AN-2 accident near Khoyto-Gol, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft performed an emergency crash landing on a mountainside northwest of Khoyto-Gol, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1976-10-02 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1976-10-02 involved a Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-01226, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Khoyto-Gol, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountainside after the crew moved away from the approved flight trajectory.

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