Fatal aircraft collision during crop-spraying in Poltava region

2 fatalities • Poltava, Ukraine • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a building in Ukraine's Poltava region during agricultural operations, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

While conducting agricultural spraying missions in the Poltava region, an aircraft struck a structure, leading to its total destruction. The incident occurred at a low altitude over a residential village during the execution of crop-spraying maneuvers. During the flight, the pilot engaged in unauthorized flight patterns that resulted in a loss of control.

There were two fatalities recorded in the accident: the pilot and an aircraft mechanic who was traveling as the only passenger. The impact with the building caused the complete destruction of the airframe.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the primary factor contributing to the loss of control was the intoxicated state of the pilot during the operation.

Probable cause

The pilot was operating the aircraft while under the influence of alcohol.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1972-05-05 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Poltava, Ukraine?

An aircraft crashed into a building in Ukraine's Poltava region during agricultural operations, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1972-05-05 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1972-05-05 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-25604, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Poltava, Ukraine.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot was operating the aircraft while under the influence of alcohol.

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