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Mountain Crash During Approach to Mugur-Aksy Airport (CCCP-96215)

Mugur-Aksy, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 1, 1967, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-96215) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Mugur-Aksy, Russia during landing or approach. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by the flying crew using an incorrect approach configuration and deciding too late to attempt a go-around while descending in poor visibility. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A flight from Kyzyl to Mugur-Aksy crashed into a mountain slope 7 km west of the airport after the crew entered clouds and deviated from the approach path. Six passengers died, and eight others were seriously injured.

Incident Overview and Flight Details During a flight from Kyzyl to Mugur-Aksy, the crew encountered clouds while approaching Mugur-Aksy Airport. The aircraft deviated from the established approach path and turned toward the mountains. The crew initiated a go-around, but the decision was made too late to prevent a collision. The aircraft struck a snow-covered mountain slope at an altitude of 300 meters above the airport's elevation. The impact occurred on a peak with an elevation of 2,123 meters, located approximately 7 kilometers west of the airport. The aircraft caught fire and was completely destroyed by the flames. Six passengers were killed in the accident, while the remaining eight occupants, including both pilots, sustained serious injuries.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the flying crew using an incorrect approach configuration and deciding too late to attempt a go-around while descending in poor visibility. The crew's non-compliance with published procedures resulted in the aircraft following an incorrect approach path. Poor weather conditions, which reduced visibility, were identified as a contributing factor.
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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Dec 1967 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Mugur-Aksy, Russia?

A flight from Kyzyl to Mugur-Aksy crashed into a mountain slope 7 km west of the airport after the crew entered clouds and deviated from the approach path. Six passengers died, and eight others were seriously injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Dec 1967 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Dec 1967 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-96215, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Mugur-Aksy, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by the flying crew using an incorrect approach configuration and deciding too late to attempt a go-around while descending in poor visibility. The crew's non-compliance with published procedures resulted in the aircraft following an incorrect approach path. Poor weather conditions, which…

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