No fatalities

Aircraft crash following engine failure (CCCP-40897)

Kotlas, RussiaFlight

On October 20, 1988, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-40897) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Kotlas, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crash was caused by an engine failure of undetermined origin. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft crashed after experiencing an engine malfunction, leaving the status of those on board undetermined.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred involving an aircraft that experienced a loss of power during flight. The incident was triggered by an engine failure, which led to the subsequent crash of the aircraft.

At this time, the specific details regarding the location and the identity of the operator have not been documented in the available reports. Furthermore, the current status of the individuals on board remains unconfirmed, as the fate of the occupants is currently unknown.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident have identified the primary contributing factor as an engine failure. The specific underlying reasons or mechanical triggers that led to the engine's malfunction have not yet been determined.

Probable cause

The crash was caused by an engine failure of undetermined origin.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Oct 1988 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Kotlas, Russia?

An aircraft crashed after experiencing an engine malfunction, leaving the status of those on board undetermined.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Oct 1988 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Oct 1988 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-40897, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Kotlas, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crash was caused by an engine failure of undetermined origin.