Aircraft crash near Chirakchi involving unauthorized flight

1 fatality • Chirakchi, Uzbekistan • Flight

An unauthorized flight ended in a fatal mountain collision near Chirakchi after the crew operated the aircraft while under the influence of alcohol.

What happened

On an unspecified date, two crew members operated an aircraft without authorization, departing at 18:55 local time with the apparent intention of traveling to Samarkand. During the flight, while maintaining an altitude of approximately 1,000 meters, the aircraft collided with a mountainside in the vicinity of Chirakchi. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the plane due to a subsequent fire.

The incident resulted in one fatality and one serious injury. The flight was conducted without proper permission, as the crew effectively took control of the aircraft for their journey.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the primary factor leading to the collision was the intoxication of the crew, as both individuals had consumed alcohol throughout the day prior to takeoff.

Probable cause

The crew operated the aircraft while heavily under the influence of alcohol.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1976-09-04 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Chirakchi, Uzbekistan?

An unauthorized flight ended in a fatal mountain collision near Chirakchi after the crew operated the aircraft while under the influence of alcohol.

Were there any fatalities in the 1976-09-04 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1976-09-04 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-05876, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Chirakchi, Uzbekistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew operated the aircraft while heavily under the influence of alcohol.

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