2 fatalities

2006-10-19: Xian Yunsunji Y-7-100 — Chinese Air Force - AFPLA - Chung-Kuo Shan Min Taie Fang Tsun Pu-Tai — Hengshui, China

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On October 19, 2006, a Xian Yunsunji Y-7-100 operated by Chinese Air Force - AFPLA - Chung-Kuo Shan Min Taie Fang Tsun Pu-Tai was involved in an aviation accident near Hengshui, China in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft became uncontrollable following an aggressive evasive maneuver intended to avoid power lines. 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.

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An aircraft crashed in a field near Hengshui after the crew attempted an evasive maneuver to avoid power lines.

What happened

During a low-altitude flight, the crew of the aircraft encountered high-tension cables in their flight path. In an attempt to bypass the obstacles, the pilots executed a sharp turn. This maneuver resulted in the aircraft losing control of its flight path.

The plane subsequently crash-landed in a field situated within the village of Lishan, which is located in the vicinity of Hengshui. The impact resulted in two fatalities, including both pilots, while four individuals sustained injuries during the accident.

Findings

  • The crew attempted an abrupt maneuver to avoid high-tension cables.
  • The sharp turn led to a loss of control during the low-altitude flight phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft became uncontrollable following an aggressive evasive maneuver intended to avoid power lines.