Historical Events tagged with "koltsovo"
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Aeroflot Flight 1080 crashes shortly after takeoff
Aeroflot Flight 1080, a Soviet passenger aircraft, experienced a catastrophic accident shortly after departing from Koltsovo International Airport in Sverdlovsk. The flight, en route to the Black Sea resort city of Sochi, encountered severe issues shortly after takeoff, leading to its crash, which tragically resulted in the loss of 38 lives. Investigations following the accident revealed mechanical failures and complications during ascent. This incident was among several accidents faced by Soviet aviation during this period, raising concerns about safety standards.
Continue ReadingAeroflot Flight 2230 crash at Koltsovo Airport
Aeroflot Flight 2230, a domestic flight, crashed shortly after takeoff from Koltsovo Airport in Sverdlovsk, Russia, resulting in the deaths of 107 people on board. The aircraft, a Tupolev Tu-104, was en route to the city of Leningrad when it encountered severe turbulence and began to lose altitude rapidly. Despite the crew's attempts to regain control, the plane crashed just a few kilometers from the airport, highlighting the challenges of flying in adverse weather conditions.
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