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Crew Errors Lead to Stall and Crash During Spraying Mission in Novomusino (RA-71272)

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On June 28, 1997, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RA-71272) operated by Bashkirian Airlines - Bashkirskie Avialinii was involved in an aviation accident near Novomusino, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was the consequence of mistakes made by the crew in choosing the route and the engine operating mode which led to the need to increase the vertical speed with a lack of thrust below the safe altitude. 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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During a spraying mission near Novomusino, the crew raised flaps at 50 m and continued at 140 km/h. After realizing a positional error, they attempted to gain speed and height, but the aircraft stalled and crashed. Both pilots escaped uninjured; the aircraft was destroyed.

Introduction

A spraying mission near Novomusino ended in an accident when the aircraft stalled and crashed shortly after departure. The crew, both of whom escaped uninjured, made errors in route selection and engine management, leading to a loss of control.

Accident Sequence

After takeoff, at a height of 50 metres, the crew raised the flaps and continued flying at a speed of 140 km/h. As they approached the area to be treated, the crew realized their position was incorrect. They then decided to gain speed and height. However, during this maneuver, the aircraft stalled and subsequently crashed.

Damage and Injuries

The aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Both pilots escaped uninjured.

Probable Cause

The accident was the consequence of mistakes made by the crew in choosing the route and the engine operating mode, which led to the need to increase vertical speed with a lack of thrust below a safe altitude. The aircraft adopted a high angle of attack, lost speed, and struck a hillside.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jun 1997 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Novomusino, Russia?

During a spraying mission near Novomusino, the crew raised flaps at 50 m and continued at 140 km/h. After realizing a positional error, they attempted to gain speed and height, but the aircraft stalled and crashed. Both pilots escaped uninjured; the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jun 1997 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jun 1997 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RA-71272, operated by Bashkirian Airlines - Bashkirskie Avialinii, at Novomusino, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was the consequence of mistakes made by the crew in choosing the route and the engine operating mode which led to the need to increase the vertical speed with a lack of thrust below the safe altitude. The aircraft adopted a high angle of attack, lost speed and struck a hillside.

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