R3-495 | George Hatcher's Air Flight Disaster

Yakutia Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Russia

January 9, 2017

Yakutia Airlines flight R3-495 had to return for an emergency landing in Yakutsk, Russia, on January 7th.

The plane took off for Khabarovsk, Russia, but had to turn back due to indications of a gear problem.

The plane landed uneventfully. Everyone aboard remained safe.

December 8, 2016

Yakutia Airlines flight R3-495 had to return and make an emergency landing in Yakutsk, Russia, on December 5th.

The plane took off for Khabarovsk, Russia, but had to turn back due to a nose gear issue.

The plane landed safely. All 96 passengers and 5 crew members remained unharmed.