Training aircraft sustained heavy damage due to flap malfunction

No fatalities • Russia, Russia • Landing (descent or approach)

A training flight resulted in significant damage to an aircraft after a failure in the left flap deployment prevented a normal landing.

What happened

During a scheduled training mission, an aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving its flight control surfaces. As the aircraft approached for landing, the left flap failed to extend as required by the crew. This malfunction disrupted the intended aerodynamic configuration during the final approach phase.

As a result of the asymmetric flap deployment, the aircraft sustained severe damage upon touchdown. The incident occurred while the aircraft was being operated for instructional purposes.

Findings

Following the accident, an assessment of the airframe was conducted. It was determined that the mechanical issue involving the left flap remained unresolved, and the aircraft was not repaired following the damage sustained during the landing sequence.

Probable cause

The failure of the left flap to extend during the landing phase led to significant structural damage upon impact.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1962-04-04 Ilyushin II-14 accident near Russia, Russia?

A training flight resulted in significant damage to an aircraft after a failure in the left flap deployment prevented a normal landing.

Were there any fatalities in the 1962-04-04 Ilyushin II-14 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1962-04-04 involved a Ilyushin II-14, registration CCCP-41852, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Russia, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the left flap to extend during the landing phase led to significant structural damage upon impact.

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