No fatalities

Aircraft crash during approach to Talon (CCCP-92846)

Talon, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 23, 1986, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-92846) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Talon, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew attempted to land the aircraft while encountering weather conditions that were below established safety minimums. 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 while attempting to land at Talon after encountering weather conditions that were below established minimums.

What happened

During an approach into the Talon area, the flight crew attempted to complete a landing despite facing meteorological conditions that had fallen below required visibility and weather minimums. During this maneuver, the aircraft type struck the ground, resulting in a crash.

At this time, the status of those on board remains unconfirmed, as the fate of all occupants is unknown. No specific details regarding the number of fatalities or injuries have been released by authorities following the impact.

Findings

Preliminary information indicates that the primary factor in the accident was the decision to proceed with the landing attempt while operating under weather conditions below legal minimums.

Probable cause

The crew attempted to land the aircraft while encountering weather conditions that were below established safety minimums.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Nov 1986 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Talon, Russia?

An aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Talon after encountering weather conditions that were below established minimums.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Nov 1986 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Nov 1986 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-92846, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Talon, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew attempted to land the aircraft while encountering weather conditions that were below established safety minimums.