PZL-Mielec AN-2 crash, Jul 28, 2013, Shakhty
PZL-Mielec AN-2 accident on July 28, 2013 near Shakhty, Rostov oblast, Russia with no fatalities. Cause: Engine problem reported; cause not determined.
- Date: July 28, 2013
- Aircraft: PZL-Mielec AN-2
- Location: Shakhty, Rostov oblast, Russia
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Engine problem reported; cause not determined
A PZL-Mielec An-2 operated privately was on a local test flight from Shakhty Airport in Rostov Oblast. Shortly after takeoff the engine failed, and the pilot made an emergency landing in a field about 500 m from the airport. On touchdown the aircraft lost its undercarriage, wings and tail. The pilot was unhurt and was not a licensed pilot.