Crop spraying aircraft crash in open field

No fatalities • Shiryaiski, Russia • Flight

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.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1983-05-25 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 1983-05-25 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1983-05-25 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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