PZL-Mielec AN-2 crash, Dec 26, 2006, Shaburovo
PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident on December 26, 2006 near Shaburovo, Sverdlovsk oblast, Russia with no fatalities. Cause: Engine power loss for unknown...
- Date: December 26, 2006
- Aircraft: PZL-Mielec AN-2
- Location: Shaburovo, Sverdlovsk oblast, Russia
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Engine power loss for unknown reasons. The aircraft was also operating above its maximum takeoff weight at the time.
A PZL-Mielec An-2 operated by Aramil-Uktus lost engine power at about 300 metres on a scheduled flight from Puksinka to Vagel. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the aircraft struck trees and was left hanging about 2 metres above the ground. All 13 people on board survived, although some were hurt when they jumped down.