On April 28, 1975, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-50512) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Ogaryovka, Russia in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the accident could not be determined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During a positioning flight from Tula to Moscow-Bykovo, the crew attempted an emergency landing near Ogaryovka but lost control. The single-engine airplane dove into the ground from 50-70 meters, killing both pilots.
Accident
On a leg of a positioning flight from Tula to Moscow-Bykovo, the flight was proceeding from Tula to Novomoskovsk when the crew encountered an unexpected situation. They attempted an emergency landing in a field near Ogaryovka, located in the Uzlovaya district of the Tula region. During the landing attempt, control was lost. The single-engine airplane, traveling at a speed of 140 kilometers per hour, dove into the ground from an estimated height of 50 to 70 meters. The impact destroyed the aircraft. Both pilots on board were killed.
Probable Cause
The official investigation into the accident stated that the cause could not be determined.
What happened in the 28 Apr 1975 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Ogaryovka, Russia?
During a positioning flight from Tula to Moscow-Bykovo, the crew attempted an emergency landing near Ogaryovka but lost control. The single-engine airplane dove into the ground from 50-70 meters, killing both pilots.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Apr 1975 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Apr 1975 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-50512, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Ogaryovka, Russia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The cause of the accident could not be determined.
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