Antonov AN-8 crash, Aug 9, 1979 (2 killed), Moscow-Domode...
Antonov AN-8 accident on August 9, 1979 near Moscow-Domodedovo Moscow oblast, Russia with 2 fatalities.
- Date: August 9, 1979
- Aircraft: Antonov AN-8
- Location: Moscow-Domodedovo Moscow oblast, Russia
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: Taxi
During taxiing from its parking place the An-8 crew kept pressure on the brakes while increasing engine power. Brake temperatures rose sharply, a hydraulic line failed and the leaking fluid ignited on the hot brakes. The crew stopped the aircraft on a taxiway and the occupants were evacuated. One crew member and one passenger were killed and eight others were injured.