We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
Just after liftoff from Lovozero Airstrip, while climbing to a height of 15-20 metres, the engine lost power and white smoke escaped from the bottom of the engine. The aircraft lost height, struck an 8 metres tall tree located 191 metres past the runway end then crashed in a wooded area 58 metres further. All 12 occupants escaped uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Probable cause (official findings): Engine failure due to poor maintenance. Deficiencies were reported during i
PZL-Mielec AN-2