On June 3, 2004, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration UR-07194) operated by Atlant was involved in an aviation accident near Genichesk, Ukraine in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft suffered an engine failure of unknown origin during flight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An engine failure forced an emergency landing in a field near the Azov Sea, resulting in no injuries but significant aircraft damage.
What happened
During a routine agricultural operation involving crop spraying, an aircraft experienced a sudden loss of power while operating in the vicinity of Genichesk, situated along the coast of the Azov Sea. Following the engine failure, the crew was forced to execute an emergency descent into an open field to avoid a more serious accident.
Although the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no injuries reported among the two occupants. The flight was being conducted as part of standard spraying maneuvers when the mechanical issue occurred.
Findings
The primary factor leading to the emergency landing was an engine failure.
The specific underlying reason for the loss of power remains undetermined.
Probable cause
The aircraft suffered an engine failure of unknown origin during flight.