Fatal crop spraying accident in open field

2 fatalities • Kolyadynets, Ukraine • Flight

An aircraft crashed into an open field during a low-altitude agricultural mission, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During an agricultural mission involving the application of herbicides, an aircraft crashed into an open field. The crew was performing a crop spraying operation at a low altitude when the aircraft experienced a stall. The impact occurred while the plane was operating at a low height above the terrain.

Findings

  • The accident resulted in two fatalities.
  • The aircraft was carrying a payload of herbicides at the time of the crash.
  • Preliminary observations suggest that engine failure may have been the primary factor leading to the loss of control and subsequent stall.

Probable cause

The aircraft likely experienced an engine failure which led to an aerodynamic stall during low-altitude flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-05-11 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Kolyadynets, Ukraine?

An aircraft crashed into an open field during a low-altitude agricultural mission, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-05-11 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 2005-05-11 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration UR-84559, operated by Bosfor, at Kolyadynets, Ukraine.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft likely experienced an engine failure which led to an aerodynamic stall during low-altitude flight.

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