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Vladikavkaz Skydiving Flight Crashes in Wooded Area; All 15 Occupants Rescued (RF-02346)

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On August 31, 2024, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RF-02346) operated by DOSAAF was involved in an aviation accident near Mairamadag, Russia in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft carrying 13 skydivers and two pilots crashed in a wooded area between Mairamadag and Koban after an emergency landing attempt. All 15 occupants were rescued, with several sustaining injuries.

Incident Overview and Flight Details A single-engine aircraft departed Vladikavkaz Airport on a skydiving mission. The flight carried a total of 15 occupants, consisting of 13 skydivers and two pilots. ## Emergency Landing and Crash While flying between Mairamadag and Koban, the crew encountered an unexpected situation. In response, the crew attempted an emergency landing. During this maneuver, the aircraft impacted trees and crashed in a dense wooded area. ## Rescue and Casualties All 15 occupants were rescued from the crash site. Among the survivors, several individuals were injured, with some sustaining serious injuries.

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What happened in the 31 Aug 2024 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Mairamadag, Russia?

A single-engine aircraft carrying 13 skydivers and two pilots crashed in a wooded area between Mairamadag and Koban after an emergency landing attempt. All 15 occupants were rescued, with several sustaining injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Aug 2024 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Aug 2024 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration RF-02346, operated by DOSAAF, at Mairamadag, Russia.

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