Antonov An-2 Stall and Ground Collision in Magadan

No fatalities • РФ, г. Магадан, микрорайон «13 км»

An Antonov An-2 aircraft, registration RA-40642, experienced a stall and subsequent ground collision during takeoff in Magadan, Russia.

On February 20, 2020, an Antonov An-2, registration RA-40642, was involved in an aviation incident during takeoff from a former landing site in the '13 km' district of Magadan. The aircraft had been undergoing maintenance at a facility in the area by specialists from LLC 'Polar-Avia' since February 11, 2020. Following the completion of maintenance, the aircraft was prepared for a scheduled flight to Seimchan.

Prior to departure, technical specialists added 800 liters of Avgas 100LL to the fuel tanks, bringing the total fuel load to 1000 liters. The flight assignment for the route Magadan-13 to Seimchan via Glukharynoe included 12 passengers and 150 kg of cargo. No injuries or fatalities were reported in the incident.

During the takeoff phase, the aircraft exceeded critical angles of attack and entered a stall, leading to a collision with the ground. The incident occurred while the aircraft was operating under the management of OOO 'T-Cement'.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall and struck the ground after exceeding critical angles of attack due to the aircraft exceeding its maximum takeoff weight and maximum aft center of gravity. Contributing factors included inadequate crew oversight regarding weight and balance during passenger and baggage loading, the unauthorized movement of a passenger during takeoff, and the lack of a restraining belt in the passenger cabin.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2020-02-20 Ан-2Т accident near РФ, г. Магадан, микрорайон «13 км»?

An Antonov An-2 aircraft, registration RA-40642, experienced a stall and subsequent ground collision during takeoff in Magadan, Russia.

Were there any fatalities in the 2020-02-20 Ан-2Т accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2020-02-20 involved a Ан-2Т, registration RA-40642, operated by ООО "Т-Цемент", at РФ, г. Магадан, микрорайон «13 км».

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall and struck the ground after exceeding critical angles of attack due to the aircraft exceeding its maximum takeoff weight and maximum aft center of gravity. Contributing factors included inadequate crew oversight regarding weight and balance during passenger and baggage loading, the…

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