Single-engine aircraft crash near Tobolsk

2 fatalities • Tobolsk, Russia • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed into an electrical plant chimney during a flight from Khanty-Mansiysk to Tobolsk due to poor visibility and altitude deviations.

What happened

During a flight traveling from Khanty-Mansiysk toward Tobolsk, a single-engine aircraft encountered severe weather characterized by heavy rainfall and extremely low visibility. While maintaining an altitude of 191 meters, the plane collided with a chimney belonging to an electrical power plant. The impact caused the aircraft to stall and subsequently crash, resulting in a post-impact fire. There were two fatalities among the crew members.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the flight crew did not adhere to established procedures or the designated flight path. At the time of the collision, the aircraft had drifted from its assigned route and was operating at an altitude that was too low for the conditions. The presence of heavy rain and the resulting lack of visibility were identified as significant contributing factors to the event.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the crew's failure to follow prescribed flight routes and procedures, compounded by insufficient altitude and poor weather visibility.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1988-06-09 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Tobolsk, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into an electrical plant chimney during a flight from Khanty-Mansiysk to Tobolsk due to poor visibility and altitude deviations.

Were there any fatalities in the 1988-06-09 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 1988-06-09 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-70121, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Tobolsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by the crew's failure to follow prescribed flight routes and procedures, compounded by insufficient altitude and poor weather visibility.

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