What happened
During an unauthorized survey flight intended for local crop spraying operations, a single-pilot aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Kholodnyy Klyuch. The flight was being conducted by the copilot, who was operating the aircraft alone at the time of the incident.
While navigating the region, the pilot encountered patches of low-lying fog. This weather condition led to a state of spatial disorientation, causing the pilot to lose control of the aircraft. The flight ended when the aircraft struck the ground.
Findings
- The pilot sustained slight injuries during the impact.
- The aircraft was determined to be a total loss, being damaged beyond repair.
- The primary factor in the accident was spatial disorientation caused by encountering fog during the flight.