On November 5, 1946, a Lisunov LI-2 (registration CCCP-L4207) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Moscow-Vnukovo, Russia during landing or approach. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by double engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed short of the runway at Moscow-Vnukovo after both engines failed during final approach following multiple go-arounds and a reported fuel shortage, resulting in one fatality.
What happened
During an approach to Moscow-Vnukovo Airport, the flight crew received instructions to hold over the area due to adverse weather conditions. The pilot made four separate attempts to land but was compelled to execute a go-around each time. After approximately 75 minutes in the pattern, the pilot notified air traffic control that the aircraft was low on fuel. Assistance was provided because one of the radio compasses was out of service. During the final approach, both engines failed simultaneously. The loss of thrust caused the aircraft to stall, and it impacted the ground a few hundred yards before the runway threshold.
One passenger was killed in the accident, while all other occupants were successfully rescued. The airframe was written off as a total loss. Most of the passengers on board had traveled to Moscow to participate in celebrations for the October Revolution.
Probable cause
The accident was caused by double engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion.
What happened in the 5 Nov 1946 Lisunov LI-2 accident near Moscow-Vnukovo, Russia?
An aircraft crashed short of the runway at Moscow-Vnukovo after both engines failed during final approach following multiple go-arounds and a reported fuel shortage, resulting in one fatality.
Were there any fatalities in the 5 Nov 1946 Lisunov LI-2 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 5 Nov 1946 involved a Lisunov LI-2, registration CCCP-L4207, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Moscow-Vnukovo, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The accident was caused by double engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion.
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