Aircraft crash in Xinjiang Province during agricultural mission

No fatalities • China, China • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in Xinjiang Province while performing crop spraying operations, resulting in an unknown number of fatalities.

What happened

During the execution of a crop spraying mission, a twin-engine aircraft collided with electrical power lines. The impact caused the aircraft to crash in an unspecified area within the Xinjiang Province.

At the time of the accident, the aircraft was engaged in agricultural spraying operations. Following the collision with the cables, the aircraft went down, and the current status of the crew remains unconfirmed. There are currently no confirmed reports regarding fatalities or injuries, as the fate of those on board is unknown.

Findings

  • The aircraft struck power cables during its low-altitude flight path.
  • The incident occurred during a specialized agricultural spraying mission.

Probable cause

The aircraft collided with overhead power lines during a crop spraying operation.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1999-06-19 Harbin Yunsunji Y-11 accident near China, China?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in Xinjiang Province while performing crop spraying operations, resulting in an unknown number of fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1999-06-19 Harbin Yunsunji Y-11 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1999-06-19 involved a Harbin Yunsunji Y-11, registration B-3886, operated by Xinjiang General Aviation, at China, China.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft collided with overhead power lines during a crop spraying operation.

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