On March 25, 2015, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration UR-62681) operated by Agrotekhservice was involved in an aviation accident near Promin, Ukraine during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crash was caused by an unauthorized attempt to land a single-engine aircraft in a field at night while transporting contraband. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed into a residential building and a roadway in Promin, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
What happened
During a nighttime operation, a single-engine aircraft was attempting to land in a field situated in the Promin area. During this maneuver, the plane struck the roof of a house before continuing its descent onto a small road. The impact was followed by a post-crash fire that consumed the wreckage.
There were two fatalities resulting from the accident, as both occupants of the aircraft were killed in the crash and subsequent fire. The aircraft was completely destroyed during the event.
Findings
Investigations into the incident suggest the flight was being conducted without proper authorization. The crew was reportedly transporting a cargo of cigarettes, likely originating from Belarus. The primary factor in the accident was the attempted landing in an unauthorized field during nighttime hours.
Probable cause
The crash was caused by an unauthorized attempt to land a single-engine aircraft in a field at night while transporting contraband.