On July 9, 1979, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-01364) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Pyatigorsk, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost sufficient airspeed to maintain flight shortly after takeoff. 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.
A single-engine airplane crashed shortly after departing, resulting in an undetermined number of fatalities.
What happened
An aviation accident occurred involving a single-engine airplane during the initial climb phase of flight. Immediately following its departure from the runway, the aircraft experienced a significant loss of airspeed. This reduction in velocity led to a loss of control, resulting in the plane crashing into the ground.
At this time, the status of those on board remains unconfirmed, as the fate of the occupant is unknown. No specific location or registration details were provided in the initial reports regarding the incident.
Findings
The aircraft experienced a critical loss of airspeed during the takeoff sequence.
The crash occurred during the early stages of flight following departure.
Probable cause
The aircraft lost sufficient airspeed to maintain flight shortly after takeoff.
What happened in the 9 Jul 1979 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Pyatigorsk, Russia?
A single-engine airplane crashed shortly after departing, resulting in an undetermined number of fatalities.
Were there any fatalities in the 9 Jul 1979 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Jul 1979 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-01364, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Pyatigorsk, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft lost sufficient airspeed to maintain flight shortly after takeoff.
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