Aircraft crash following engine failure

No fatalities • Totma, Russia • Flight

An aircraft was involved in a crash following the loss of an engine, though no injuries or fatalities were reported.

What happened

During the course of the flight, the aircraft experienced a mechanical malfunction involving the propulsion system. Specifically, the aircraft suffered an engine failure while in operation.

Following this loss of power, the aircraft crashed. Despite the impact, there were no casualties reported among those on board during the incident.

Findings

Official investigations into the event have focused on the mechanical state of the engine at the time of the failure. The primary contributing factor identified was an engine failure occurring for reasons that remain undetermined.

Probable cause

The crash was caused by an engine failure of unknown origin.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-07-28 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident near Totma, Russia?

An aircraft was involved in a crash following the loss of an engine, though no injuries or fatalities were reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-07-28 PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-07-28 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-2, registration CCCP-41292, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Totma, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crash was caused by an engine failure of unknown origin.

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