Aircraft crash near Bajkovo Airfield involving fatal injury

1 fatality • Bajkovo (Shumshu Island), Russia • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside during an approach to Bajkovo Airfield, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

During a visual flight rules (VFR) approach to Bajkovo Airfield, the crew of a twin engine aircraft encountered significant visibility issues caused by local fog banks. While operating at an altitude of approximately 300 metres, the aircraft collided with a hill located roughly 5 km from the airstrip.

The impact of the crash caused a propeller to detach from the engine and penetrate the fuselage. This specific event resulted in one fatality among the passengers. While the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair, the remaining occupants were successfully rescued from the wreckage.

Findings

  • The flight was being conducted under VFR conditions when the crew encountered poor visibility due to fog.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain while flying through fog during an approach to the airfield.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-04-04 Let L-410 accident near Bajkovo (Shumshu Island), Russia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside during an approach to Bajkovo Airfield, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-04-04 Let L-410 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-04-04 involved a Let L-410, registration CCCP-67130, operated by Kamchatavia, at Bajkovo (Shumshu Island), Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain while flying through fog during an approach to the airfield.

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