Antonov AN-26 crash, Dec 23, 1982 (16 killed), Rostov-on-Don

Antonov AN-26 accident on December 23, 1982 near Rostov-on-Don, Rostov oblast, Russia with 16 fatalities.

An An 26 on a cargo flight crashed in a wooded area shortly after takeoff from Rostov on Don at night in fog. All 16 aboard died. The aircraft was about 943 kg over maximum takeoff weight, and flight preparation and crew training were found deficient.

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