No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft impact in mountainous terrain (CCCP-16033)

Cape Lamanon, RussiaFlight

On August 14, 1980, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-16033) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Cape Lamanon, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft flew into mountainous terrain while operating in low-visibility cloud conditions. 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 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine airplane crashed into a mountain during flight after encountering deteriorating weather conditions.

What happened

While operating en route, the crew of a single-engine airplane encountered worsening meteorological conditions. Despite the decline in visibility and changing weather, the decision was made to proceed with the flight rather than divert back to the point of departure.

During the flight, the aircraft entered cloud cover. While flying within these clouds, the plane struck a mountain, resulting in a crash. At this time, the status of the occupants remains unconfirmed, and there is no official fatality or injury count available for the incident.

Findings

Investigations into the accident indicate that the primary factor leading to the crash was controlled flight into terrain. The transition from clear visibility to cloud cover contributed to the loss of situational awareness regarding the surrounding topography.

Probable cause

The aircraft flew into mountainous terrain while operating in low-visibility cloud conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Aug 1980 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Cape Lamanon, Russia?

A single-engine airplane crashed into a mountain during flight after encountering deteriorating weather conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Aug 1980 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Aug 1980 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-16033, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Cape Lamanon, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft flew into mountainous terrain while operating in low-visibility cloud conditions.