Antonov AN-72 crash, Oct 23, 1994, Vorkuta
Antonov AN-72 accident on October 23, 1994 near Vorkuta, Republic of Komi, Russia with no fatalities. Cause: Hydraulic failure of the left engine...
- Date: October 23, 1994
- Aircraft: Antonov AN-72
- Location: Vorkuta, Republic of Komi, Russia
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Hydraulic failure of the left engine during the takeoff roll, followed by loss of directional control.
During the takeoff roll at Vorkuta the left engine suffered a hydraulic failure. The crew lost directional control, the An-72 left the runway and came to rest in flames. All 34 occupants escaped without injury.