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Engine Failure During Climb Forces Emergency Landing; Aircraft Destroyed by Fire (CCCP-16008)

Mayskiy, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On July 1, 1982, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-16008) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Mayskiy, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure for unknown reasons. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After takeoff, an aircraft's engine misfired with black smoke at 35-40 meters. The crew performed an emergency landing in an open field; the aircraft then burst into flames. All 12 occupants escaped uninjured. The aircraft was destroyed. Probable cause: engine failure for unknown reasons.

Accident

Shortly after departing from Mayskiy Airfield, the aircraft climbed to approximately 35–40 meters above ground. During the climb, the engine began to misfire and black smoke was observed emanating from the exhaust pipe. In response, the crew initiated an emergency landing in an open field. The aircraft touched down and came to a stop, but a fire broke out and engulfed the aircraft.

Occupants and Damage

All 12 persons on board exited the aircraft without injury. The aircraft itself was consumed by the post-crash fire and was destroyed.

Probable Cause

According to the official investigation, the accident was caused by an engine failure for unknown reasons.

Engine failure

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Jul 1982 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Mayskiy, Russia?

After takeoff, an aircraft's engine misfired with black smoke at 35-40 meters. The crew performed an emergency landing in an open field; the aircraft then burst into flames. All 12 occupants escaped uninjured. The aircraft was destroyed. Probable cause: engine failure for unknown reasons.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Jul 1982 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Jul 1982 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-16008, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Mayskiy, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure for unknown reasons.

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