Incident Overview
Date: Friday 27 March 1992
Aircraft Type: Yakovlev Yak-40
Owner/operator: Aeroflot
Location: Stepanakert –
ÿ Azerbaijan
Phase of Flight: Initial climb
Status: Substantial, repaired
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 34
Component Affected: EngineEngine
Category: Unlawful Interference
A Yakovlev 40 aircraft was struck by anti-aircraft fire shortly after takeoff, resulting in one engine failure and a fire in the rear of the plane. The aircraft successfully landed at Sisian Airport.A Yakovlev 40 aircraft was struck by anti-aircraft fire shortly after takeoff, resulting in one engine failure and a fire in the rear of the plane. The aircraft successfully landed at Sisian Airport.
Description
The Yakovlev 40 was hit by anti-aircraft fire shortly after takeoff. One engine failed and a fire started in the rear of the plane. A safe landing was made at Sisian Airport.
Primary Cause
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