Dual engine failure during approach to Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka Air…

Dual engine failure during approach to Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka Airport

9 fatalities • Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka, Russia • Landing (descent or approach)

A dual engine failure during the final approach to Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka Airport led to a fatal crash involving a railway embankment and power lines.

What happened

During the final approach to Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka Airport, an aircraft experienced a simultaneous failure of both engines. The incident occurred approximately 3 km from the runway threshold while the aircraft was maintaining a speed of 260 km/h at an altitude of 140 meters. Following the loss of power, the aircraft descended rapidly, making contact with overhead power lines before striking a railway embankment.

The subsequent impact caused the aircraft to crash in a wooded area situated 2,010 meters before the runway threshold. The collision resulted in a post-crash fire. The accident resulted in nine fatalities and one injury to the pilot.

Findings

Both engines ceased operation at the same time during the descent phase.
The aircraft's flight path involved striking utility lines and terrain before the final impact.

Probable cause

The simultaneous failure of both engines during the final approach phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-10-11 Antonov AN-8 accident near Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka, Russia?

A dual engine failure during the final approach to Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka Airport led to a fatal crash involving a railway embankment and power lines.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-10-11 Antonov AN-8 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-10-11 involved a Antonov AN-8, registration CCCP-69320, operated by MAP - Ministerstvo Aviatsionnoi Promyshlennosti - Minaviaprom, at Novosibirsk-Yeltsovka, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?