No fatalities

Engine failure leads to aircraft crash during climb (CCCP-40802)

Mykolaiv, UkraineTakeoff (climb)

On February 26, 1988, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-40802) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Mykolaiv, Ukraine during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The engine failed during the climb, leading to a loss of airspeed and an aerodynamic stall. 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.

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An aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff, resulting in a stall and subsequent crash.

What happened

During the initial climb phase of flight, the aircraft reached an altitude of approximately 40 meters when the engine ceased to function properly. This loss of power caused the aircraft to enter a stall condition. The plane subsequently impacted the ground.

At the time of the accident, there was one occupant on board. Following the impact, the status and fate of the individual remained undetermined.

Findings

Investigations into the accident identified that the primary factor in the crash was an engine failure. The specific underlying reason for the mechanical malfunction has not been established.

Probable cause

The engine failed during the climb, leading to a loss of airspeed and an aerodynamic stall.