Aircraft excursion following landing

No fatalities • Kyzyl, Russia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway and overturned during the landing phase, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

Following the completion of its landing sequence, the aircraft departed the left side of the runway. The excursion continued until the plane came to a halt in an inverted position.

Despite the severity of the impact and the fact that the aircraft ended up upside down, there were no injuries reported among the two occupants. However, the structural damage sustained during the event was so extensive that the aircraft was declared a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the incident determined that the primary reason for the loss of directional control after touchdown was a failure within the braking systems.

Probable cause

A malfunction in the aircraft's brakes led to a loss of control during the landing roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1985-05-11 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Kyzyl, Russia?

An aircraft veered off the runway and overturned during the landing phase, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1985-05-11 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1985-05-11 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-50553, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Kyzyl, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

A malfunction in the aircraft's brakes led to a loss of control during the landing roll.

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