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Aircraft Crash in Barnaul Due to Fuel Exhaustion (CCCP-05840)

Barnaul, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On July 15, 1976, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-05840) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Barnaul, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure caused by fuel exhaustion. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in a wooded area near Barnaul after an engine failure during descent from Zmeinogorsk. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview During a flight from Zmeinogorsk to Barnaul, an aircraft experienced an engine failure while descending. The loss of power led to a stall, causing the aircraft to crash in a wooded area. Despite the severity of the impact, there were no casualties reported. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair. ## Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the engine failure was caused by fuel exhaustion. Notably, when the engine stopped, the fuel gauge indicated 150 liters remaining, even though the tank was actually empty. This discrepancy suggests a potential issue with the fuel gauge's accuracy or functionality.

Engine failureFuel exhaustion & starvation

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jul 1976 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Barnaul, Russia?

An aircraft crashed in a wooded area near Barnaul after an engine failure during descent from Zmeinogorsk. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jul 1976 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jul 1976 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-05840, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Barnaul, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure caused by fuel exhaustion

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