On September 15, 1973, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-32213) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Samarkand, Uzbekistan during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered a stall and crashed after the undercarriage struck an earthen embankment during takeoff. 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 aircraft experienced a loss of control and subsequent crash shortly after takeoff when the undercarriage struck an embankment.
What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure, the aircraft made contact with an earthen wall. The impact involving the undercarriage disrupted the flight path, leading to an aerodynamic stall. This loss of lift resulted in a crash at the site.
There were no fatalities or injuries reported as a result of this incident. The event occurred immediately after the aircraft had transitioned from the ground to the air.
Findings
The primary factor in the accident was the impact between the landing gear and an earth wall during the takeoff sequence, which directly induced the stall.
Probable cause
The aircraft entered a stall and crashed after the undercarriage struck an earthen embankment during takeoff.
What happened in the 15 Sept 1973 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Samarkand, Uzbekistan?
An aircraft experienced a loss of control and subsequent crash shortly after takeoff when the undercarriage struck an embankment.
Were there any fatalities in the 15 Sept 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 15 Sept 1973 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-32213, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft entered a stall and crashed after the undercarriage struck an earthen embankment during takeoff.
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