On May 13, 1974, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-23664) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Crimea, Ukraine in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by an error made by the flight crew during the cruise phase of flight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft operating for Zavodskoi OAO struck a mountain during flight over Crimea, resulting in no fatalities.
What happened
During a scheduled flight over the Crimean region, an aircraft operated by Zavodskoi OAO was performing cruise operations when it impacted a mountain. The incident occurred while the crew was navigating the airspace on behalf of the operator. Following the impact with the terrain, the crew made the decision to terminate the flight route prematurely.
Despite the collision with the mountain, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The aircraft involved was a single-engine model.
Findings
Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor leading to the collision was crew error.
Probable cause
The accident was caused by an error made by the flight crew during the cruise phase of flight.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 13 May 1974 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Crimea, Ukraine?
A single-engine aircraft operating for Zavodskoi OAO struck a mountain during flight over Crimea, resulting in no fatalities.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 May 1974 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 May 1974 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-23664, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Crimea, Ukraine.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The accident was caused by an error made by the flight crew during the cruise phase of flight.
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