Aircraft crash near Sverdlovsk in low visibility

No fatalities • Sverdlovsk, Russia

An aircraft crashed into the ground near Sverdlovsk during flight operations in heavy fog, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

During a flight conducted under conditions of dense fog, an aircraft impacted the terrain in the vicinity of Sverdlovsk. The incident occurred while the aircraft was in flight, but the specific phase of the mission was not detailed beyond the presence of significant meteorological obstructions.

Despite the impact with the ground, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The wreckage was located near the site of the crash following the collision with the earth.

Findings

  • The primary environmental factor contributing to the accident was the presence of foggy conditions at the time of the impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground while operating in low-visibility fog.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-09-14 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Sverdlovsk, Russia?

An aircraft crashed into the ground near Sverdlovsk during flight operations in heavy fog, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-09-14 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-09-14 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-70485, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Sverdlovsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground while operating in low-visibility fog.

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