On May 14, 1973, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-70569) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Vologda, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was operating at a weight exceeding its maximum takeoff weight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An unidentified aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Vologda under circumstances involving an apparent takeoff weight exceeding limits.
What happened
An aviation accident occurred in the region near Vologda when an aircraft went down during its flight. While the specific sequence of events leading to the impact remains under investigation, reports indicate that there were no fatalities or injuries resulting from the crash.
Findings
Preliminary information regarding the incident suggests a significant operational error related to the aircraft's loading. It has been reported that at the time of the accident, the total weight of the aircraft was in excess of its Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW). This condition of being overweight is considered the primary factor associated with the crash event.
Probable cause
The aircraft was operating at a weight exceeding its maximum takeoff weight.
What happened in the 14 May 1973 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Vologda, Russia?
An unidentified aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Vologda under circumstances involving an apparent takeoff weight exceeding limits.
Were there any fatalities in the 14 May 1973 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 14 May 1973 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-70569, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Vologda, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft was operating at a weight exceeding its maximum takeoff weight.
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