Antonov AN-2 crash, Jan 3, 1961 (9 killed), Santash Pass...
Antonov AN-2 accident on January 3, 1961 near Santash Pass Issyk Kul Province, Kyrgyzstan with 9 fatalities.
- Date: January 3, 1961
- Aircraft: Antonov AN-2
- Location: Santash Pass Issyk Kul Province, Kyrgyzstan
- Fatalities: 9
- Phase of flight: En route
An Aeroflot Antonov An 2 flying the Frunze, Przhevalsk, Kegen route took off from Przhevalsk on 3 January 1961 with seven passengers. After crossing the Santash Pass the crew descended below cloud in snowfall and poor visibility instead of returning, and the aircraft hit high ground at speed. All nine on board were killed.