Incident Overview
Following crop-spraying operations conducted for the Bestau sovkhoz (state farm) in the Kustanai region of Kazakhstan, the intoxicated crew of an aircraft undertook an unauthorized flight to Amangeldy, located in the Komsomolski district of the Aktyubinsk region. After landing and parking the aircraft at Amangeldy, an intoxicated aviation mechanic proceeded to operate the aircraft, taking off twice.
Crash Details
During the second takeoff, the aircraft crashed on the banks of the Tolybai River and subsequently exploded. The only occupant aboard at the time of the crash was killed.
Official Findings
The probable cause of the accident was determined to be an intoxicated pilot.