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Cargo Aircraft Damaged Beyond Repair After Go-Around and Landing on Soft Ground (CCCP-40523)

Suordakh, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On September 16, 1981, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration CCCP-40523) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Suordakh, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Wrong decisions and incorrect actions on part of the crew while trying to make a go-around. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a cargo flight from Ust-Kuyga to Suordakh, a single-engine airplane executed a go-around due to people on the runway, then landed on soft ground, resulting in landing gear collapse and substantial damage. Both occupants unharmed.

Flight Overview

A cargo flight was being completed from Ust-Kuyga to Suordakh. The aircraft was a single-engine airplane. Both occupants were on board.

Incident Sequence

On final approach, the crew decided to initiate a go-around because people were present on the runway. During the go-around, the airplane made a long flare. Subsequently, it landed on soft ground.

Damage and Injuries

The landing gear partially collapsed upon landing on the soft ground. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Both occupants escaped uninjured.

Probable Cause

The official investigation identified the probable cause as wrong decisions and incorrect actions on the part of the crew while trying to make a go-around.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Sept 1981 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Suordakh, Russia?

During a cargo flight from Ust-Kuyga to Suordakh, a single-engine airplane executed a go-around due to people on the runway, then landed on soft ground, resulting in landing gear collapse and substantial damage. Both occupants unharmed.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Sept 1981 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 Sept 1981 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-40523, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Suordakh, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Wrong decisions and incorrect actions on part of the crew while trying to make a go-around.

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