Fatal aircraft stall during local flight near Olhyne

2 fatalities • Olhyne, Ukraine • Flight

An aircraft crashed in a field near Olhyne after stalling during a steep climb, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On the morning of an unspecified date following a period of agricultural spraying operations in Olhyne, the pilot of an aircraft departed for a local flight. The flight was conducted without the presence of a co-pilot and included one unauthorized passenger. During the mission, the pilot performed several low passes before attempting a sharp ascent. This maneuver resulted in an excessive angle of attack, causing the aircraft to enter a stall.

Following the loss of lift, the aircraft's nose pitched downward, and it impacted the terrain at a 45-degree angle. The impact occurred in a field, which subsequently triggered a post-crash fire. There were two fatalities among the occupants.

Findings

Investigations into the accident revealed that the pilot conducted the flight with an unauthorized individual on board. Furthermore, both individuals present on the aircraft were found to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident. The investigation specifically noted that the pilot had a blood alcohol concentration of 1.9‰.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the pilot operating the aircraft while heavily intoxicated during an unauthorized flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-04-15 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Olhyne, Ukraine?

An aircraft crashed in a field near Olhyne after stalling during a steep climb, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-04-15 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 1989-04-15 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-56524, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Olhyne, Ukraine.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by the pilot operating the aircraft while heavily intoxicated during an unauthorized flight.

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