Fatal single-engine aircraft crash during agricultural mission

3 fatalities • Sosnovsky, Kazakhstan • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a field during a spraying operation, resulting in the deaths of all three people on board.

What happened

During an agricultural mission conducted for the Sosnovsky State Farm, a single-engine aircraft experienced a critical mechanical failure. While the crew was maneuvering toward the designated area for crop spraying, the engine experienced a sudden roll to the right. This loss of power or stability caused the aircraft to descend into a nearby field.

Findings

  • The accident occurred during the approach phase of the spraying mission.
  • The crash resulted in three fatalities.
  • The primary factor in the accident was a sudden engine roll to the right during the mission.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a sudden engine roll while approaching a target area for spraying.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-07-03 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Sosnovsky, Kazakhstan?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a field during a spraying operation, resulting in the deaths of all three people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-07-03 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-07-03 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-40237, operated by Shymkent Air Enterprise, at Sosnovsky, Kazakhstan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a sudden engine roll while approaching a target area for spraying.

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