Crop-spraying aircraft crash in Timashevsk district

No fatalities • Leninsky, Russia • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed in the Leninsky area of Timashevsk after experiencing engine failure during a crop-spraying mission.

What happened

During a scheduled crop-spraying operation in the Leninsky district of Timashevsk, an aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power. The pilot, who was the only person on board at the time, attempted to manage the situation by descending to find a suitable location for an emergency landing.

As the aircraft descended, the right wing made contact with trees, leading to a crash. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. The pilot sustained injuries during the accident.

Findings

Investigations into the incident indicate that the primary factor leading to the crash was an engine failure during the flight.

Probable cause

The engine lost power and subsequently failed during the flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-08-20 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Leninsky, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft crashed in the Leninsky area of Timashevsk after experiencing engine failure during a crop-spraying mission.

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-08-20 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-08-20 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RA-17833, operated by Yugavia, at Leninsky, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine lost power and subsequently failed during the flight.

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