On June 27, 2002, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RA-84639) operated by Kostroma Air - Kostromskoye Aviapredpriatie was involved in an aviation accident near Dubovoe, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of engine power following a bird strike. It was determined that the aircraft collided with a bird during initial climb and that the bird came to rest in the carburetor air intake. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A crop spraying aircraft lost engine power after a bird strike during climb in Dubovoe, leading to a crash in wooded area; both pilots escaped unhurt.
Accident Overview
A crop spraying aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff in Dubovoe while climbing to approximately 40 meters. The loss of power caused the airplane to descend, and the crew initiated an emergency landing. During the maneuver, the aircraft rolled left by 10 to 15 degrees before striking trees and crashing into a wooded area.
Crew and Aircraft Damage
Both pilots escaped the accident without injury. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Probable Cause
An official investigation determined the probable cause to be a loss of engine power following a bird strike. It was found that the aircraft collided with a bird during initial climb, and the bird became lodged in the carburetor air intake, leading to the engine failure.