No fatalities

Aircraft crash near Kara-Os River (CCCP-70742)

Toora-Khem, RussiaFlight

On August 29, 1985, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-70742) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Toora-Khem, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced an engine failure for undetermined 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.

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An aircraft crashed in the Toora-Khem region following an engine malfunction during flight.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred in the vicinity of the Kara-Os River, located within the Toora-Khem region. During the flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden failure of its engine. This mechanical issue led to the subsequent crash of the vessel.

At this time, information regarding the status of those on board remains unavailable, as the fate of the occupants is currently unknown. No specific details regarding the aircraft type or registration were provided in the initial reports of the incident.

Findings

Official investigations into the crash have identified that the primary factor leading to the accident was an engine failure. The specific underlying reason for this mechanical malfunction has not yet been determined.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an engine failure for undetermined reasons.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Aug 1985 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Toora-Khem, Russia?

An aircraft crashed in the Toora-Khem region following an engine malfunction during flight.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Aug 1985 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Aug 1985 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-70742, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Toora-Khem, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an engine failure for undetermined reasons.