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Fatal Single-Engine Aircraft Accident Involving Intoxicated Crew (CCCP-07552)

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On October 14, 1982, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-07552) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Lyudinovo, Russia in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew was intoxicated at the time of the accident. The copilot had a blood alcohol level of 1.3 ‰. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed into Lompad Lake after striking power cables during an unauthorized local flight. All three occupants were killed, and the crew was found to be intoxicated.

Incident Overview and Flight Details During the day, the crew consumed alcohol before deciding to conduct a local, unauthorized flight with a passenger on board. After takeoff, the pilot initiated a right turn toward Lompad Lake. At an altitude of approximately 15 to 17 meters, the single-engine aircraft struck power cables. The impact caused the aircraft to crash into the lake, where it subsequently sank. All three occupants on board were killed in the accident. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the crew was intoxicated at the time of the accident. Specifically, the copilot had a blood alcohol level of 1.3 ‰. The source does not provide additional details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, exact date, or specific location beyond Lompad Lake.

Probable cause

The crew was intoxicated at the time of the accident. The copilot had a blood alcohol level of 1.3 ‰.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Oct 1982 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Lyudinovo, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into Lompad Lake after striking power cables during an unauthorized local flight. All three occupants were killed, and the crew was found to be intoxicated.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Oct 1982 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Oct 1982 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-07552, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Lyudinovo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew was intoxicated at the time of the accident. The copilot had a blood alcohol level of 1.3 ‰.

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