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Crop Spraying Aircraft Stalls and Crashes in Maneuver (CCCP-54959)

Yakkabog, UzbekistanTakeoff (climb)

On July 18, 1981, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-54959) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Yakkabog, Uzbekistan during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was the consequence of a violation by the crew of the requirements of the Flight Manual (chapter 7 'Flight Operations'), which resulted in a turn with a roll in excess of the permissible limits. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine crop dusting airplane stalled and crashed after takeoff, killing both pilots. The accident was attributed to a crew violation of flight manual procedures leading to an excessive roll angle during a turn.

Accident Details

The airplane had been conducting multiple crop spraying operations during the day on behalf of the 'Pravda' State farm. In the evening, the crew decided to depart the area and proceed to the nearest airport. One minute after takeoff, while climbing at a speed of 140 km/h to an altitude of 300 meters, the single-engine airplane entered a nose-high attitude. It subsequently rolled to the left to an angle of 60 degrees, stalled, and crashed onto the side of a cotton field located 4,080 meters from the departure point.

Investigation

The investigation examined the circumstances of the flight and the events leading to the loss of control. The flight data and operational context were reviewed to determine the sequence of events.

Probable Cause

The official probable cause stated that the accident was the consequence of a violation by the crew of the requirements of the Flight Manual (chapter 7 'Flight Operations'), which resulted in a turn with a roll in excess of the permissible limits.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jul 1981 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Yakkabog, Uzbekistan?

A single-engine crop dusting airplane stalled and crashed after takeoff, killing both pilots. The accident was attributed to a crew violation of flight manual procedures leading to an excessive roll angle during a turn.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jul 1981 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jul 1981 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-54959, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Yakkabog, Uzbekistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was the consequence of a violation by the crew of the requirements of the Flight Manual (chapter 7 'Flight Operations'), which resulted in a turn with a roll in excess of the permissible limits.

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