On June 15, 1989, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-40593) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Ivanovka, Kazakhstan during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The collapse of the landing gear during the landing phase caused the aircraft to depart the runway and enter a ravine. 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.
An aircraft experienced a landing gear collapse upon touchdown, resulting in the plane coming to rest in a nearby ravine with no injuries reported.
What happened
During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving its undercarriage. As the plane touched down, the landing gear collapsed, preventing a controlled rollout on the runway surface. Consequently, the aircraft veered off the prepared surface and transitioned into a ravine.
Despite the impact and the subsequent position of the aircraft in the terrain, there were no fatalities or injuries sustained by those on board. The aircraft remained intact enough to prevent further harm during the excursion.
Findings
The primary factor in the accident was the loss of the undercarriage functionality upon contact with the ground.
Probable cause
The collapse of the landing gear during the landing phase caused the aircraft to depart the runway and enter a ravine.
What happened in the 15 Jun 1989 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Ivanovka, Kazakhstan?
An aircraft experienced a landing gear collapse upon touchdown, resulting in the plane coming to rest in a nearby ravine with no injuries reported.
Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jun 1989 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 15 Jun 1989 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-40593, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Ivanovka, Kazakhstan.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The collapse of the landing gear during the landing phase caused the aircraft to depart the runway and enter a ravine.
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