What happened
During an agricultural spraying operation in the vicinity of Bereke, located northwest of Almaty, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical failure. The flight, which was being conducted at a low altitude, was carrying a crew consisting of one pilot and one passenger serving as a mechanic.
While performing the mission, the engine began to vibrate significantly before experiencing a total loss of power. In an attempt to manage the emergency, the pilot initiated an unplanned landing procedure. However, the aircraft struck the ground during the descent, leading to a high-impact crash. The impact was followed by a post-crash fire that consumed the wreckage.
Findings
- The aircraft was operating at a low altitude during the mission.
- The primary sequence of events was triggered by engine vibration and subsequent power loss.
- The crash resulted in one fatality (the pilot) and one serious injury (the mechanic).
- The wreckage was destroyed by fire following the impact.