No fatalities

Aircraft Crash in Open Field Due to Poor Fuel Quality (CCCP-84724)

Suduntuy, RussiaFlight

On June 27, 1985, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-84724) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Suduntuy, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Poor fuel quality. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft crashed in an open field after an engine failure at low altitude. Both pilots were unhurt, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. The official probable cause was poor fuel quality.

Incident Overview During a low-altitude flight, the aircraft's engine lost power and failed. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the aircraft crashed in an open field. Both pilots were unhurt, while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. ## Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the poor quality of the fuel was the cause of the incident. ## Outcome The aircraft was written off due to the extent of the damage, and no injuries were reported among the crew members. The incident highlights the importance of fuel quality in aviation safety, as poor fuel can lead to engine failures and potentially catastrophic outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Jun 1985 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Suduntuy, Russia?

An aircraft crashed in an open field after an engine failure at low altitude. Both pilots were unhurt, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. The official probable cause was poor fuel quality.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Jun 1985 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Jun 1985 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-84724, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Suduntuy, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Poor fuel quality