Crash of a Polikarpov P-5L in Marukha
Date & Time:
Dec 29, 1942
Operator:
Registration:
CCCP-T2989
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
6308
YOM:
1933
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
The pilot was performing a supply drop mission over Marukha when the engine failed. The airplane lost height, collided with a tree and crashed. The pilot escaped unhurt.
Probable cause:
Engine failure. Bullet holes were found in the fuel supply line.
