No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft crash resulting in hull loss (CCCP-81622)

Karakalpakiya, UzbekistanFlight

On June 26, 1989, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-81622) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Karakalpakiya, Uzbekistan in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew became distracted during flight operations. 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.

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A single-engine aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a crash caused by crew distraction.

What happened

A flight involving a single-engine aircraft ended in a crash that resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. During the course of the flight, the crew became distracted from their operational duties, leading to the accident. The impact caused the aircraft to be damaged beyond repair.

Despite the severity of the damage to the plane, there were no casualties reported as a result of this event. All individuals on board survived the incident without injury.

Findings

The investigation into the crash identified that the primary factor contributing to the accident was a loss of situational awareness. Specifically, the crew's attention was diverted from necessary flight monitoring, which directly led to the loss of control of the aircraft.

Probable cause

The crew became distracted during flight operations.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Jun 1989 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Karakalpakiya, Uzbekistan?

A single-engine aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a crash caused by crew distraction.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Jun 1989 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Jun 1989 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-81622, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Karakalpakiya, Uzbekistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew became distracted during flight operations.