Aircraft crash during approach at Lazo

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

An aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Lazo after the crew failed to properly manage wind conditions during the final approach.

What happened

During an approach to the landing site at Lazo, an aircraft experienced a sudden loss of altitude and rolled to the right side. The incident occurred while the flight was on final approach. At the time of the crash, local weather conditions included winds originating from 150° at speeds between 11 and 21 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 32 km/h.

The aircraft's descent led to a collision with the ground. The status of the occupants following the impact has not been determined.

Findings

Investigations into the accident identified that the crew did not correctly evaluate the wind components during the approach phase. While the co-pilot was actively conducting the maneuver, the captain did not provide adequate supervision of the flight controls and procedures.

Key contributing factors included an incorrect approach configuration resulting from a failure to analyze environmental conditions. Additionally, investigators noted that elements of overconfidence and complacency among the crew played a role in the sequence of events leading to the crash.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the crew's failure to properly assess wind components and the captain's lack of oversight during the approach.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-07-20 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Lazo, Russia?

An aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Lazo after the crew failed to properly manage wind conditions during the final approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-07-20 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-07-20 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-40556, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Lazo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by the crew's failure to properly assess wind components and the captain's lack of oversight during the approach.

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