Aircraft accident near Naryan-Mar involving weight and balance issues

No fatalities • Naryan-Mar, Russia • Flight

An aircraft crashed near Naryan-Mar after exceeding maximum takeoff weight and operating with an improper center of gravity.

What happened

During a flight near Naryan-Mar, an aircraft was involved in a crash that resulted in the total loss of the airframe. Despite the impact, there were no casualties reported among those on board. The incident occurred during a phase where the crew struggled to maintain stable flight parameters.

Findings

Investigations into the accident revealed critical issues regarding the aircraft's loading configuration. Specifically, the total weight of the aircraft was recorded as being in excess of its maximum takeoff weight. Furthermore, the center of gravity was positioned significantly outside of the permitted operational limits. These combined loading errors led to a situation where the crew faced severe difficulties in controlling the aircraft, ultimately resulting in the accident.

Probable cause

The aircraft was operated with a weight exceeding its maximum allowable limit and a center of gravity outside of safe parameters, leading to loss of control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1988-12-13 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Naryan-Mar, Russia?

An aircraft crashed near Naryan-Mar after exceeding maximum takeoff weight and operating with an improper center of gravity.

Were there any fatalities in the 1988-12-13 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1988-12-13 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-81535, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Naryan-Mar, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was operated with a weight exceeding its maximum allowable limit and a center of gravity outside of safe parameters, leading to loss of control.

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