Fatal aircraft accident during local flight

2 fatalities • Sladky Liman, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

A local flight ended in a fatal crash after the aircraft rolled and struck a power line support during the initial climb.

What happened

During an evening local flight, an aircraft carrying a pilot and a technician experienced a sudden loss of control shortly after departure. At an altitude of approximately 10 metres, the aircraft underwent a left-side roll. During this maneuver, the plane struck a concrete support structure used for power lines. The impact caused the aircraft to crash approximately 38 metres beyond the initial point of contact, where it subsequently burst into flames.

Findings

  • The accident resulted in two fatalities, involving both the pilot and the technician on board.
  • The sequence of events began during the climb phase of the flight.
  • The primary factor in the crash was the uncontrolled roll that led to the collision with the power line infrastructure.

Probable cause

The aircraft rolled to the left immediately after takeoff, causing it to strike a power line support.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-08-08 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Sladky Liman, Russia?

A local flight ended in a fatal crash after the aircraft rolled and struck a power line support during the initial climb.

Were there any fatalities in the 2002-08-08 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-08-08 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RA-33322, operated by Eysk Avia, at Sladky Liman, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft rolled to the left immediately after takeoff, causing it to strike a power line support.

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