3 fatalities

Aircraft Stalls and Crashes After Takeoff, Three Killed (RA-33443)

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).

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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.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Apr 2000 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Tomuzlovskoye, Russia?

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

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Apr 2000 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 16 Apr 2000 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RA-33443, operated by ROSTO, at Tomuzlovskoye, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft stalled following a super critical angle of attack during initial climb for unknown reasons, possibly following interferences in the aircraft control.