On May 18, 1975, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-70426) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Birobidzhan, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Air entering the fuel system during a steep turn caused an engine flameout due to low fuel levels. 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.
An aircraft experienced an engine flameout after air entered the fuel system during a maneuver while operating with critically low fuel levels.
What happened
During the flight, the aircraft was operating under conditions of extremely low fuel reserves. While performing a steep turn, air was drawn into the fuel system, which led to an engine flameout. Following the loss of engine power, the aircraft performed a crash landing in a field, where it eventually came to a stop.
Findings
The primary factor contributing to the incident was the ingestion of air into the fuel system.
This event was triggered by the execution of a steep turn while the aircraft was operating with insufficient fuel.
There were no fatalities or injuries reported as a result of this landing.
Probable cause
Air entering the fuel system during a steep turn caused an engine flameout due to low fuel levels.
What happened in the 18 May 1975 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Birobidzhan, Russia?
An aircraft experienced an engine flameout after air entered the fuel system during a maneuver while operating with critically low fuel levels.
Were there any fatalities in the 18 May 1975 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 May 1975 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-70426, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Birobidzhan, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Air entering the fuel system during a steep turn caused an engine flameout due to low fuel levels.
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