1 fatality

Pilot Deliberately Crashes Stolen Aircraft into Residential Building in Voroshilovgrad (CCCP-42621)

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On March 27, 1972, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-42621) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Voroshilovgrad, Ukraine in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Pilot suicide. 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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A pilot stole a single-engine aircraft from Voroshilovgrad Airport and intentionally crashed it into a four-story building where he lived, killing himself and destroying the aircraft. No other injuries were reported.

Incident Overview

On an unspecified date, a single-engine aircraft parked at Voroshilovgrad Airport was stolen by a pilot who, according to the investigation, had decided to commit suicide due to marital problems. The pilot took off alone and deliberately directed the aircraft into a four-story residential building located at house number 10 in the 27th district of Voroshilovgrad. The building was the pilot's own residence.

Aircraft and Flight

The aircraft was totally destroyed by the impact forces and a subsequent post-crash fire. The pilot was killed in the crash. The building partially collapsed as a result of the impact, but no one on the ground was injured.

Aftermath

Emergency services responded to the scene. The building sustained significant structural damage, with the upper floors affected by the collision. Despite the partial destruction, all other residents and bystanders were unharmed. The official investigation concluded that the pilot acted alone with the intent to end his own life.

Probable cause

Pilot suicide

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Mar 1972 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Voroshilovgrad, Ukraine?

A pilot stole a single-engine aircraft from Voroshilovgrad Airport and intentionally crashed it into a four-story building where he lived, killing himself and destroying the aircraft. No other injuries were reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Mar 1972 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Mar 1972 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-42621, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Voroshilovgrad, Ukraine.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Pilot suicide