Accident
An Antonov An-2, registration RA-54828, was engaged in a crop spraying mission over a plantation near Aksarino, Republic of Tatarstan. The sole occupant was the pilot, and the aircraft was carrying a load of 1,200 kilograms of fertilizers. Shortly after takeoff, while climbing, the engine encountered technical problems. The pilot elected to make an emergency landing. The aircraft crash landed in a field and came to rest. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair, and the pilot was uninjured.
Aircraft and Operations
The An-2 was operated by a crop spraying company. The mission involved spreading fertilizers over the plantation. No other details about the operator or the specific location were provided.
Investigation and Probable Cause
Investigation into the accident determined the probable cause. The official findings stated: "Most probably the accident with An-2 RA-54828 aircraft after its takeoff in order to perform crop dusting was caused by inadvertent engine cut-off due to water ingestion into fuel flow system. Most probably water ingestion into engine fuel flow system was due to violation of refueling procedure by the crew. The aircraft sustained significant damage during the emergency landing on slush soft surface."