1 fatality

Aircraft Stolen by Intoxicated Crew Crashes into Mountain near Chirakchi (CCCP-05876)

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On September 4, 1976, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-05876) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Chirakchi, Uzbekistan in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Intoxicated crew. 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.

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Two intoxicated crew members stole an aircraft, took off at 1855 local time, and struck a mountain near Chirakchi while cruising at 1,000 metres. One occupant was killed, another seriously injured.

Incident Overview

An aircraft was stolen by two crew members who had been consuming alcohol throughout the day. The unauthorized flight departed at 1855 local time, reportedly heading toward Samarkand.

Flight and Accident Sequence

While cruising at an altitude of 1,000 metres, the aircraft collided with the slope of a mountain near Chirakchi. The impact was followed by a post-crash fire that destroyed the aircraft.

Occupants and Injuries

One occupant sustained serious injuries, while the other occupant was killed in the accident.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined the probable cause to be: Intoxicated crew.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Sept 1976 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Chirakchi, Uzbekistan?

Two intoxicated crew members stole an aircraft, took off at 1855 local time, and struck a mountain near Chirakchi while cruising at 1,000 metres. One occupant was killed, another seriously injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Sept 1976 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 4 Sept 1976 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?

Intoxicated crew