Engine failure during takeoff leads to aircraft crash near Gryazi

No fatalities • Terbuny, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced engine power loss during its initial climb while returning to base, resulting in a crash in an open field.

What happened

Following a flight demonstration in Terbuny, the aircraft was performing a return flight to its home base located in Gryazi. During the initial climb phase after departing the runway, the aircraft suffered a loss of engine power. This loss of thrust prevented the aircraft from maintaining its necessary altitude.

As the flight progressed with insufficient power, the aircraft struggled to gain sufficient height and subsequently struck power cables. The impact forced the aircraft into an open field, where the crash occurred. Despite the severity of the impact, all nine occupants were able to evacuate the aircraft without injury. The aircraft was determined to be a total loss due to damage sustained during the accident.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the loss of engine power during the climb phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a loss of engine power during the initial climb, leading to an inability to maintain altitude and a subsequent collision with power lines.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2014-05-09 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Terbuny, Russia?

An aircraft experienced engine power loss during its initial climb while returning to base, resulting in a crash in an open field.

Were there any fatalities in the 2014-05-09 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2014-05-09 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RF-00446, operated by DOSAAF, at Terbuny, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a loss of engine power during the initial climb, leading to an inability to maintain altitude and a subsequent collision with power lines.

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