Fatal Crop-Spraying Accident in the Poltava Region (CCCP-25604)

Incident Overview and Casualties During crop-spraying operations in the Poltava region, an aircraft collided with a building and was completely destroyed. The accident resulted in the deaths of the pilot and the sole passenger, who was identified as an aircraft mechanic. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, exact date, or operator. ## Operational Context and Loss of Control The accident occurred while the aircraft was conducting crop-spraying operations. According to the official investigation, the pilot was intoxicated and performed unauthorized manoeuvres at low height over a village. During these manoeuvres, the pilot lost control of the aircraft, leading to the collision with the building. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the intoxicated pilot as the probable cause of the accident. The findings highlight the role of the pilot's condition and unauthorized actions in the loss of control and subsequent crash.