Fatal aircraft accident near Bol'shoye Boldino Airfield

2 fatalities • Kistenevo, Russia • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed into power lines during a spraying mission near Kistenovo, resulting in the deaths of both the pilot and copilot.

What happened

During a low-altitude agricultural spraying operation near the village of Kistenost, an single-engine airplane struck overhead power cables and a concrete utility pole. The incident occurred approximately six kilometers north of Bol'shoye Boldino Airfield during the early morning hours as the crew was flying toward the sunrise. Following the impact with the cables and the post, the aircraft descended into a nearby cornfield, where it ignited and was consumed by fire.

Findings

  • The crew failed to identify and maneuver around the power lines during the low-level flight.
  • The impact with the utility infrastructure led to a post-crash fire that destroyed the aircraft.
  • The accident resulted in two fatalities, as the copilot died at the scene and the captain succumbed to serious injuries two days after the crash.

Probable cause

The crew failed to detect and avoid power cables while operating at a low altitude during a sunrise flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2020-07-13 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Kistenevo, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into power lines during a spraying mission near Kistenovo, resulting in the deaths of both the pilot and copilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 2020-07-13 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2020-07-13 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RA-40851, operated by Zeus-Avia, at Kistenevo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew failed to detect and avoid power cables while operating at a low altitude during a sunrise flight.

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