No fatalities

Aircraft Crash in Open Field After Engine Failure Near Pevek Airport (CCCP-02153)

Pevek, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On September 28, 1974, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-02153) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Pevek, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure during initial climb for unknown reason. 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

An aircraft crashed in flames in an open field shortly after takeoff from Pevek Airport due to an engine failure during initial climb. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire.

Incident Overview and Location Details An aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff from Pevek Airport. The incident occurred while the aircraft was in the initial climb phase, leading to a stall and subsequent crash in an open field. The crash resulted in a post-crash fire that completely destroyed the aircraft. ## Casualties and Damage Assessment Despite the severity of the crash and the resulting fire, there were no casualties reported. The aircraft was destroyed by the post-crash fire, indicating significant damage to the airframe and systems. ## Probable Cause and Investigation Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was an engine failure during the initial climb. The specific reason for the engine failure remains unknown, as no definitive cause was identified in the official findings.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Sept 1974 Antonov AN-2 accident near Pevek, Russia?

An aircraft crashed in flames in an open field shortly after takeoff from Pevek Airport due to an engine failure during initial climb. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Sept 1974 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Sept 1974 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-02153, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Pevek, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure during initial climb for unknown reason.