Lisunov LI-2 crash, Jan 23, 1953, Batagay Republic of Yak...
Lisunov LI-2 accident on January 23, 1953 near Batagay Republic of Yakutia (Sakha), Russia with no fatalities.
- Date: January 23, 1953
- Aircraft: Lisunov LI-2
- Location: Batagay Republic of Yakutia (Sakha), Russia
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
Shortly after takeoff from Batagay both engines had problems during the initial climb. The pilot attempted an emergency landing near a river, and the aircraft hit trees and lost its undercarriage. All five crew were uninjured and the aircraft was written off.