On May 25, 1983, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-62626) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Shiryaiski, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft collided with overhead power lines while operating at a low altitude during a crop spraying mission. 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.
A single-engine airplane crashed into an open field after striking power lines during a low-altitude agricultural mission.
What happened
During an agricultural mission involving crop spraying, a single-engine airplane was operating at a low altitude. While performing its duties, the aircraft made contact with overhead power cables. This impact caused the plane to crash into an adjacent open field.
Despite the impact and subsequent crash, there were no casualties reported from the incident. The aircraft was being operated for spraying purposes when the collision occurred.
Findings
The aircraft was flying at a low height during its mission.
The primary factor in the accident was the striking of power cables during the flight phase.
Probable cause
The aircraft collided with overhead power lines while operating at a low altitude during a crop spraying mission.
What happened in the 25 May 1983 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Shiryaiski, Russia?
A single-engine airplane crashed into an open field after striking power lines during a low-altitude agricultural mission.
Were there any fatalities in the 25 May 1983 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 May 1983 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-62626, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Shiryaiski, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft collided with overhead power lines while operating at a low altitude during a crop spraying mission.
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