Aircraft crash during delivery flight near Bukhta Provideniya

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

A delivery flight traveling from Ukraine to Honduras crashed during its approach to Bukhta Provideniya, resulting in injuries to all three occupants.

What happened

During a delivery mission originating in Ukraine and destined for Honduras, an aircraft was conducting a flight with multiple scheduled stops. As the crew was performing the approach to Bukhta Provideniya, the aircraft passed the outer marker when it experienced a sudden, sharp left bank. This maneuver caused the left wing to make contact with the terrain. The aircraft subsequently crashed into a field covered in snow, coming to rest approximately 2,100 metres before reaching the runway threshold.

Findings

  • The aircraft sustained damage that was classified as beyond repair.
  • There were three injuries recorded among the crew members.
  • The crash occurred during the approach phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a sharp left bank during approach, causing the wing to strike the ground.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1995-01-23 Let L-410 accident near Bukhta Provideniya, Russia?

A delivery flight traveling from Ukraine to Honduras crashed during its approach to Bukhta Provideniya, resulting in injuries to all three occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 1995-01-23 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1995-01-23 involved a Let L-410, registration UR-67115, operated by Air Ukraine (Avialinii Ukrainy), at Bukhta Provideniya, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a sharp left bank during approach, causing the wing to strike the ground.

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