Engine failure during agricultural spraying mission in Odessa

No fatalities • Kiliya, Ukraine • Flight

An aircraft performing crop spraying operations in the Kiliya region experienced an engine failure, leading to a crash during an attempted emergency landing.

What happened

During an agricultural mission involving the spraying of rice paddy fields in the Kiliya region of Odessa, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical failure. The aircraft was performing its 18th flight of the day, operating at an altitude of approximately 50 metres and maintaining a speed between 140 and 150 km/h, when the engine ceased functioning.

Following the loss of power, the crew attempted to execute an emergency landing. During this maneuver, the aircraft struck various trees and obstacles before crashing. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair. Regarding the occupants, the captain was able to exit the wreckage without any injuries, while the copilot sustained slight injuries during the incident.

Findings

  • The primary factor leading to the crash was an engine failure during the flight phase.

Probable cause

The engine failed while the aircraft was performing low-altitude spraying operations.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2017-06-27 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Kiliya, Ukraine?

An aircraft performing crop spraying operations in the Kiliya region experienced an engine failure, leading to a crash during an attempted emergency landing.

Were there any fatalities in the 2017-06-27 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2017-06-27 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration UR-19717, operated by Kharkiv Aeroklub, at Kiliya, Ukraine.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine failed while the aircraft was performing low-altitude spraying operations.

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