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Aircraft Fire and Explosion on Jokhov Island (CCCP-04192)

Jokhov Island, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On March 11, 1973, an Ilyushin II-14 (registration CCCP-04192) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Jokhov Island, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It was determined that an electric box caught fire in the cargo compartment and fuel drums later exploded. 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 caught fire and exploded after landing on Jokhov Island. All occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was destroyed by fire. The official investigation found that an electric box in the cargo compartment ignited, leading to fuel drum explosions.

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft completed a survey flight over the region of Jokhov Island without incident. During the subsequent landing on the island, the airplane exploded, caught fire, and came to rest in flames. All occupants escaped the aircraft uninjured. The aircraft was destroyed by fire. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation determined that an electric box in the cargo compartment caught fire. This initial fire led to the subsequent explosion of fuel drums. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond the region of Jokhov Island.

Probable cause

It was determined that an electric box caught fire in the cargo compartment and fuel drums later exploded.
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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Mar 1973 Ilyushin II-14 accident near Jokhov Island, Russia?

An aircraft caught fire and exploded after landing on Jokhov Island. All occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was destroyed by fire. The official investigation found that an electric box in the cargo compartment ignited, leading to fuel drum explosions.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Mar 1973 Ilyushin II-14 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Mar 1973 involved an Ilyushin II-14, registration CCCP-04192, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Jokhov Island, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

It was determined that an electric box caught fire in the cargo compartment and fuel drums later exploded.

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