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Aircraft Overrun After Excessive-Speed Landing (CCCP-87719)

Lipetsk, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On July 28, 1971, a Yakovlev Yak-40 (registration CCCP-87719) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Lipetsk, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Wrong approach configuration. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft landed at excessive speed due to an incorrect approach configuration, bounced, veered off the runway, and struck obstacles. All occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview and Outcome During the incident, the aircraft landed at an excessive speed after an incorrect approach configuration. The aircraft bounced upon touchdown and subsequently went out of control. It veered off the runway, struck obstacles, and came to rest. All occupants escaped the accident without injury. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the probable cause as a wrong approach configuration. No other causes or contributing factors are stated in the source material. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or location.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jul 1971 Yakovlev Yak-40 accident near Lipetsk, Russia?

An aircraft landed at excessive speed due to an incorrect approach configuration, bounced, veered off the runway, and struck obstacles. All occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jul 1971 Yakovlev Yak-40 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jul 1971 involved a Yakovlev Yak-40, registration CCCP-87719, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Lipetsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Wrong approach configuration.

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