Antonov AN-26 crash, Aug 18, 1977, Ust-Kuyga Republic of...

Antonov AN-26 accident on August 18, 1977 near Ust-Kuyga Republic of Yakutia (Sakha), Russia with no fatalities.

An Aeroflot Antonov An 26 landed hard at Ust Kuyga in Yakutia after the pilot in command abruptly reduced engine power. The aircraft rolled along the runway before stopping. All occupants escaped uninjured and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

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