Crop spraying aircraft crash results in two injuries

No fatalities • Termez, Uzbekistan • Flight

An agricultural aircraft crashed into a field during a spraying mission, resulting in injuries to both occupants.

What happened

During the execution of a crop spraying operation, an aircraft lost control and impacted a field. The incident occurred while the crew was actively engaged in agricultural spraying duties. Upon impact, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Both individuals on board, consisting of the pilot and one other occupant, sustained injuries during the crash. No fatalities were reported following the event.

Findings

Investigations into the accident concluded that the primary reason for the crash was pilot error, which led to the loss of control of the aircraft during the mission.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by a pilot error that resulted in the loss of control of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1975-07-23 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Termez, Uzbekistan?

An agricultural aircraft crashed into a field during a spraying mission, resulting in injuries to both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 1975-07-23 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1975-07-23 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-70235, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Termez, Uzbekistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by a pilot error that resulted in the loss of control of the aircraft.

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