On May 19, 1987, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-07570) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Krasnogvardeyskoye, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by crew error following a period of distraction during flight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft was involved in an accident following a period of crew distraction during the flight.
What happened
An incident occurred involving a single-engine aircraft during its flight. While the aircraft was in operation, the crew became distracted from their primary flight duties. This loss of situational awareness or focus on flight controls preceded the accident event.
At this time, the specific location and the registration of the aircraft have not been documented in the available reports. The flight phase at which the distraction occurred is not specified, though it took place while the aircraft was actively in flight.
Findings
The primary factor identified in the accident was crew error resulting from a lack of focus during the flight.
The current status and fate of the occupants remain unknown following the event.
Probable cause
The accident was caused by crew error following a period of distraction during flight.
What happened in the 19 May 1987 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Krasnogvardeyskoye, Russia?
A single-engine aircraft was involved in an accident following a period of crew distraction during the flight.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 May 1987 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 May 1987 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-07570, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Krasnogvardeyskoye, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The accident was caused by crew error following a period of distraction during flight.
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