No fatalities

2014-09-24: PZL-Mielec AN-2 (RA-02322) — 2nd United Arkhangelsk Aviation Division — Shoyna, Russia

Shoyna, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On September 24, 2014, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RA-02322) operated by 2nd United Arkhangelsk Aviation Division was involved in an aviation accident near Shoyna, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew encountered strong cross winds upon takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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A single-engine aircraft carrying ten people veered off the runway after takeoff from Shoyna Airport, striking the ground with its right wing and losing its right main gear. Three occupants sustained minor injuries.

Incident Overview

A single-engine aircraft operating a scheduled passenger service from Shoyna Airport to Arkhangelsk-Vaskovo Airport experienced a loss of control during takeoff. The aircraft, carrying eight passengers and two pilots, began to bank to the right immediately after liftoff. This caused the right lower wing to strike the ground, resulting in the detachment of the right main landing gear.

Sequence of Events

Following the wing strike, the aircraft became uncontrollable and veered off the runway, coming to rest on a grassy area adjacent to the airport. Emergency services responded to the scene. All ten occupants were rescued, with three individuals sustaining slight injuries. The aircraft itself suffered damage beyond repair.

Possible Cause

Investigators believe that the crew encountered strong crosswinds during the takeoff roll, which may have contributed to the loss of directional control.

Probable cause

The crew encountered strong cross winds upon takeoff.