On November 29, 1970, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-25611) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Tambov, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot lost control of the aircraft due to an aerodynamic stall initiated during a steep turn at low altitude. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact in a field while performing a steep turn at a low altitude.
What happened
During the execution of a maneuver involving a steep turn, the pilot was operating the aircraft at a low altitude when the flight controls were lost. This loss of control led to an aerodynamic stall. Following the stall, the aircraft descended into a field.
While the impact occurred in an open area, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants. The event concluded with the destruction of the airframe but resulted in no casualties.
Findings
The primary factor in the accident was the aircraft entering a stall state during a high-bank maneuver.
The low altitude at the time of the turn left insufficient margin for recovery.
Probable cause
The pilot lost control of the aircraft due to an aerodynamic stall initiated during a steep turn at low altitude.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 29 Nov 1970 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Tambov, Russia?
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact in a field while performing a steep turn at a low altitude.
Were there any fatalities in the 29 Nov 1970 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 Nov 1970 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-25611, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Tambov, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot lost control of the aircraft due to an aerodynamic stall initiated during a steep turn at low altitude.
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