On October 27, 1973, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-70408) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Kolpashevo, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by performing a takeoff maneuver while the aircraft surfaces were not adequately cleared of ice or frost. 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.
A single-engine aircraft crashed during its initial climb shortly after departing, resulting in no fatalities but total hull loss.
What happened
During the early stages of flight, a single-engine aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall while performing its initial climb. The incident occurred immediately following takeoff. Upon losing lift, the aircraft descended and impacted the ground. While the impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe, there were zero fatalities and no injuries reported among those on board.
Findings
Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor leading to the stall was related to surface contamination. The crew attempted the takeoff procedure without having performed proper deicing of the aircraft prior to departure.
Probable cause
The accident was caused by performing a takeoff maneuver while the aircraft surfaces were not adequately cleared of ice or frost.
What happened in the 27 Oct 1973 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Kolpashevo, Russia?
A single-engine aircraft crashed during its initial climb shortly after departing, resulting in no fatalities but total hull loss.
Were there any fatalities in the 27 Oct 1973 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Oct 1973 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-70408, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Kolpashevo, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The accident was caused by performing a takeoff maneuver while the aircraft surfaces were not adequately cleared of ice or frost.
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