Aircraft stall and crash during survey mission in Usugli

No fatalities • Usugli, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

A survey aircraft crashed into a swamp during its initial climb following a takeoff from Usugli, resulting in injuries to all three crew members.

What happened

During a forest survey mission, an aircraft traveling from Chita to Tungokochen experienced a fatal accident following a stop in Usugli. The flight, which included three crew members, required an extended takeoff roll of approximately 400 meters to become airborne from the Usugli airfield.

Shortly after departing the ground, while the aircraft had reached an altitude of roughly 100 meters, the pilot attempted a left-hand turn. During this maneuver, the aircraft entered a stall and subsequently impacted a swamp. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft and caused three injuries among the crew members on board.

Findings

  • The aircraft experienced a stall during the initial climb phase.
  • The accident occurred while the crew was performing a specialized forest survey mission.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during a left turn at a low altitude following an extended takeoff roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-08-01 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Usugli, Russia?

A survey aircraft crashed into a swamp during its initial climb following a takeoff from Usugli, resulting in injuries to all three crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-08-01 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-08-01 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-40413, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Usugli, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during a left turn at a low altitude following an extended takeoff roll.

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