On September 26, 1997, a Let L-410 (registration RA-67474) operated by Vostok Aviakompania - East Air was involved in an aviation accident near Khabarovsk, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The engines failed simultaneously due to the aircraft running out of fuel during its descent. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines while descending toward Khabarovsk-Novy Airport, resulting in a crash landing.
What happened
During a nighttime descent toward Khabarovsk-Novy Airport, the aircraft suffered a total loss of power as both engines ceased functioning at the same time. In an effort to manage the emergency, the crew attempted to perform an unplanned landing. However, the aircraft ultimately struck a field situated approximately 11 km from the airport.
The impact resulted in the destruction of the airframe, which was deemed beyond repair. While there were no fatalities, all seven occupants sustained injuries during the crash landing.
Findings
Official investigations concluded that the primary reason for the dual engine failure was fuel exhaustion occurring during the approach phase of the flight.
Probable cause
The engines failed simultaneously due to the aircraft running out of fuel during its descent.