On August 16, 1978, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-40545) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Nukus, Uzbekistan in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's lack of focus led to a loss of control of the aircraft. 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 crashed into a field near Nukus, resulting in total hull loss but no injuries to those on board.
What happened
On the date of the incident, an aircraft was involved in a crash within a field located in the vicinity of Nukus. The impact with the ground resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, rendering it a total loss. Despite the severity of the impact and the destruction of the airframe, there were no casualties reported among the occupants.
Findings
Investigations into the accident indicated that the event was characterized by a loss of control during the flight. The primary factor contributing to this loss of control was that the pilot in command was distracted during the operation.
Probable cause
The pilot's lack of focus led to a loss of control of the aircraft.
What happened in the 16 Aug 1978 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Nukus, Uzbekistan?
An aircraft crashed into a field near Nukus, resulting in total hull loss but no injuries to those on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Aug 1978 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Aug 1978 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-40545, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Nukus, Uzbekistan.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's lack of focus led to a loss of control of the aircraft.
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