Antisubmarine seaplane crash near Kacha NAS

3 fatalities • Kacha NAS, Ukraine • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft conducting a training mission for the Black Sea Fleet crashed near Kacha NAS following an engine failure and a hard landing.

What happened

During a training flight conducted for the Black Sea Fleet near the coast of Crimea, an RF-12008 antisubmarine seaplane experienced an engine failure. This mechanical issue necessitated an immediate return to Kacha NAS. As the aircraft approached the runway on short final, it experienced a rapid descent and struck the ground with significant force. The impact caused the plane to bounce back into the air, reaching an altitude of several meters before the aircraft entered a stall. The subsequent crash near the runway resulted in a post-impact fire that consumed the airframe.

Findings

  • The incident resulted in three fatalities among the crew, including the captain, copilot, and navigator.
  • One crew member, the radio operator, sustained serious injuries.
  • The destruction of the RF-12008 was caused by the impact forces and subsequent fire.

Probable cause

An engine failure led to a difficult approach and a subsequent stall following a hard landing.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2012-10-12 Beriev Be-12 accident near Kacha NAS, Ukraine?

An aircraft conducting a training mission for the Black Sea Fleet crashed near Kacha NAS following an engine failure and a hard landing.

Were there any fatalities in the 2012-10-12 Beriev Be-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2012-10-12 involved a Beriev Be-12, registration 18 yellow, operated by Russian Navy - Voyenno-morskoy Flot Rossii, at Kacha NAS, Ukraine.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine failure led to a difficult approach and a subsequent stall following a hard landing.

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