No fatalities

Engine failure leads to aircraft crash near Berezovo (CCCP-79852)

Berezovo, RussiaFlight

On August 27, 1976, an Antonov AN-2 (registration CCCP-79852) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Berezovo, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The engine failed due to the crew's incorrect handling of the aircraft's fuel system. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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An aircraft experienced an engine flameout during flight, resulting in a crash in a field near Berezovo with no fatalities reported.

What happened

During the flight, the aircraft's engine experienced a sudden flameout. This loss of power led to a reduction in altitude as the plane descended toward the ground. The descent concluded when the aircraft struck a field situated in the vicinity of Berezovo.

While the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no casualties recorded during the incident.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the engine flameout was the primary factor in the loss of power. This failure was attributed to the improper management of the fuel system by the crew during the flight.

Probable cause

The engine failed due to the crew's incorrect handling of the aircraft's fuel system.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Aug 1976 Antonov AN-2 accident near Berezovo, Russia?

An aircraft experienced an engine flameout during flight, resulting in a crash in a field near Berezovo with no fatalities reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Aug 1976 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Aug 1976 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration CCCP-79852, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Berezovo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine failed due to the crew's incorrect handling of the aircraft's fuel system.