On June 19, 1975, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-41932) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Markovo, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck terrain after the crew encountered weather conditions below established visibility 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.
An aircraft flying from the Anadyr district struck a mountainside near Markovo after encountering poor visibility.
What happened
During an operational flight originating from the Anadyr district, the crew encountered weather conditions that had fallen below established minimums. While navigating the area, the aircraft collided with the slope of a mountain in the vicinity of Markovo.
Although the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were zero fatalities and no injuries reported among those on board. The incident occurred during the flight phase while the crew was attempting to operate in low-visibility conditions.
Findings
The primary factor contributing to the accident was the encounter with weather conditions that were below the required visibility minimums for safe navigation.
Probable cause
The aircraft struck terrain after the crew encountered weather conditions below established visibility minimums.
What happened in the 19 Jun 1975 Antonov AN-2 accident near Markovo, Russia?
An aircraft flying from the Anadyr district struck a mountainside near Markovo after encountering poor visibility.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 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 19 Jun 1975 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-41932, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Markovo, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft struck terrain after the crew encountered weather conditions below established visibility minimums.
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