Single-engine aircraft crash during final approach

No fatalities • Skopin, Russia • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine airplane crashed while attempting to land in low visibility conditions, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight, a single-engine aircraft encountered heavy fog. While navigating through these obscured visibility conditions, the plane made contact with the terrain and subsequently crashed.

Despite the impact, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The incident occurred as the aircraft was transitioning from its descent toward the runway.

Findings

  • The aircraft entered dense fog during its approach.
  • The primary factor in the accident was the loss of visual reference due to fog while on final approach.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground after encountering foggy conditions during its final approach.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-03-24 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Skopin, Russia?

A single-engine airplane crashed while attempting to land in low visibility conditions, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-03-24 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-03-24 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-33463, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Skopin, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground after encountering foggy conditions during its final approach.

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