Emergency landing in Baykit following engine power loss

No fatalities • Baykit, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff from Baykit, resulting in an emergency field landing and minor injuries.

What happened

Following departure from the Baykit airport, the aircraft's single engine experienced significant performance issues while attempting to climb. The engine subsequently lost power during the initial climb phase. In an effort to reach the runway again, the crew attempted a return to the airport; however, the loss of propulsion necessitated an emergency landing in an open field situated a few hundred meters beyond the end of the runway.

While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, all three occupants managed to exit the wreckage. The individuals involved sustained only minor injuries during the impact.

Findings

Investigations into the accident revealed that the aircraft was operating in an overloaded condition. Discrepancies were found in the weight and balance documentation, which listed a weight of 1,000 kilograms instead of the actual 1,300 kilograms. Consequently, the total weight of the plane exceeded its maximum takeoff weight by 240 kilograms. Furthermore, the center of gravity was positioned significantly behind the permitted aft limit.

Probable cause

The aircraft was operated significantly above its maximum takeoff weight with an improper center of gravity.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1985-07-04 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Baykit, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff from Baykit, resulting in an emergency field landing and minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1985-07-04 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1985-07-04 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-55710, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Baykit, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was operated significantly above its maximum takeoff weight with an improper center of gravity.

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