On November 28, 1995, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RA-07419) operated by Yenisei Aviation Enterprise was involved in an aviation accident near Makovskoye, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck a tree after losing altitude and bouncing off the ground during takeoff in poor weather. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft experienced a loss of altitude during takeoff from Makovskoye Airfield, resulting in a collision with a tree and the destruction of the plane.
What happened
During an attempt to depart from Makovskoye Airfield, the aircraft encountered difficult weather conditions. Shortly after the aircraft left the ground, it experienced a reduction in altitude, which led to the landing skis making contact with the terrain. This contact caused the aircraft to bounce back into the air, reaching an estimated altitude of 15 meters.
While at this low altitude, the aircraft struck a tree, which ultimately led to a crash on the ground. Despite the impact and the subsequent destruction of the aircraft, all nine occupants managed to evacuate the wreckage without sustaining injuries.
Findings
The incident was initiated during a departure under poor weather conditions.
The sequence of events was triggered by the aircraft losing height immediately after liftoff.
Probable cause
The aircraft struck a tree after losing altitude and bouncing off the ground during takeoff in poor weather.