Single-engine aircraft crash in Krasnodar region

No fatalities • Dubovoy, Russia • Flight

A single-engine aircraft struck a mountainside in the Krasnodar region while flying under visual flight rules in deteriorating weather.

What happened

During a flight destined for Grozny, the crew encountered deteriorating meteorological conditions. Despite the worsening weather, the decision was made to proceed with the mission using Visual Flight Rules (VFR).

While maintaining a low-altitude cruise, the single-engine aircraft entered cloud cover and subsequently collided with a mountain slope located within the Krasnodar region. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

Findings

There were four occupants on board at the time of the accident. All individuals sustained slight injuries, and no fatalities were reported following the crash.

Probable cause

The flight crew attempted to operate under VFR while flying in instrument meteorological conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1986-06-28 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Dubovoy, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft struck a mountainside in the Krasnodar region while flying under visual flight rules in deteriorating weather.

Were there any fatalities in the 1986-06-28 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1986-06-28 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-82860, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Dubovoy, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The flight crew attempted to operate under VFR while flying in instrument meteorological conditions.

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