No fatalities

Aircraft Stalls During Initial Climb After Takeoff from Novaya Derevnya; Both Pilots Injured (RA-02247)

Novaya Derevnya, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On April 11, 1998, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RA-02247) operated by Lipetsk Aviation Enterprise was involved in an aviation accident near Novaya Derevnya, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled during initial climb because snow and ice/frost remained on the wings, tail and fuselage. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Shortly after takeoff from Novaya Derevnya, an aircraft rolled left, lost height, and crashed into trees. Both pilots were injured and the aircraft was destroyed. Investigation cited stall due to snow/ice on airframe and crew failures.

Accident Details

Shortly after takeoff from Novaya Derevnya, while climbing to an altitude of approximately 10 meters, the aircraft experienced an uncommanded roll to the left, reaching a bank angle of 35 degrees. Subsequently, the aircraft lost altitude and impacted trees located 145 meters from the departure point. The collision resulted in injuries to both pilots and substantial damage to the aircraft, rendering it beyond repair.

Probable Cause

According to the official investigation, the probable cause of the accident was a stall during the initial climb phase. The stall occurred because snow and ice/frost remained on the wings, tail, and fuselage. Additionally, the investigation identified several contributing factors: the crew failed to conduct a pre-takeoff inspection of the aircraft, failed to prepare the flight in accordance with published procedures, and failed to arrange for appropriate deicing or cleaning before takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Apr 1998 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Novaya Derevnya, Russia?

Shortly after takeoff from Novaya Derevnya, an aircraft rolled left, lost height, and crashed into trees. Both pilots were injured and the aircraft was destroyed. Investigation cited stall due to snow/ice on airframe and crew failures.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Apr 1998 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Apr 1998 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RA-02247, operated by Lipetsk Aviation Enterprise, at Novaya Derevnya, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft stalled during initial climb because snow and ice/frost remained on the wings, tail and fuselage.