No fatalities

2013-03-02: PZL-Mielec AN-2 (RF-01024) — DOSAAF — Rybinsk, Russia

Rybinsk, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On March 2, 2013, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration RF-01024) operated by DOSAAF was involved in an aviation accident near Rybinsk, Russia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure for unknown reasons. 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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An aircraft experienced engine problems shortly after takeoff from Rybinsk-Yuzhny Airport and crash-landed in a snowy wooded area. All 14 occupants evacuated, with one skydiver sustaining minor injuries. The aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview

An aircraft departing from Rybinsk-Yuzhny Airport encountered engine problems shortly after takeoff. The crew decided to perform an emergency landing. During the landing, the aircraft struck trees and came to rest in a snow-covered wooded area approximately 2 kilometers from the airport.

Occupant Status

All 14 occupants on board evacuated the aircraft without assistance. One skydiver suffered a minor injury but declined medical transport to a hospital.

Damage

The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.

Probable Cause

According to the official investigation, the accident was caused by an engine failure for unknown reasons.