3 fatalities

2000-04-16: PZL-Mielec AN-2 (RA-33443) — ROSTO — Tomuzlovskoye, Russia

Tomuzlovskoye, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On April 16, 2000, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RA-33443) operated by ROSTO was involved in an aviation accident near Tomuzlovskoye, Russia during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled following a super critical angle of attack during initial climb for unknown reasons, possibly following interferences in the aircraft control. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Shortly after takeoff from Tomuzlovskoye, an aircraft stalled at low altitude, rolled left, and crashed in flames, killing all three occupants.

Accident Description

After takeoff from Tomuzlovskoye, the aircraft began climbing. At a height of about 20 to 30 metres, it stalled from the tail. The aircraft then rolled to the left, stalled again, and crashed. Impact was followed by a fire that engulfed the wreckage.

Occupants

The aircraft carried three people: two pilots and one mechanic. All three were killed in the accident.

Probable Cause

According to official findings, the aircraft stalled following a super critical angle of attack during initial climb. The reason for the excessive angle of attack could not be determined, but possible interference in aircraft control was noted as a potential factor.