Aircraft Crash Near Kirensk After In-Flight Engine Failure (CCCP-40679)

Incident Overview and Immediate Response During the flight, the aircraft experienced a drop in fuel pressure, which led to a complete loss of engine power. The crew initiated a return to the departure point but was unable to maintain flight, resulting in an emergency landing attempt. The aircraft subsequently crashed in the taiga near Kirensk. Both pilots sustained injuries during the incident. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation concluded that the engine failure was likely caused by ignition problems. No further details regarding the specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the incident were provided in the source material.