Engine failure leads to crash near Novosibirsk

No fatalities • Novosibirsk, Russia • Flight

An aircraft experienced an engine malfunction during flight, resulting in a crash in a forested area near Novosibirsk with no fatalities reported.

What happened

During its scheduled flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of power due to an engine failure for unidentified reasons. Following the mechanical malfunction, the crew initiated emergency procedures in an attempt to perform a controlled landing. However, the aircraft ultimately impacted a wooded area situated within the Novosibirsk region.

While the impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe, there were no fatalities among the passengers or crew. The incident resulted in 14 injuries among the occupants on board.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor was an engine failure, though the specific underlying cause for the loss of power remains undetermined.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an engine failure of unknown origin during flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-08-22 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Novosibirsk, Russia?

An aircraft experienced an engine malfunction during flight, resulting in a crash in a forested area near Novosibirsk with no fatalities reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-08-22 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-08-22 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-01641, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Novosibirsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an engine failure of unknown origin during flight.

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