What happened
During a scheduled flight originating from Irkutsk-2 with an intended stop at Belaya AFB, located approximately 85 km northwest of Irkutsk, an accident occurred during the initial climb. The aircraft lost control shortly after departing the runway, leading to a high-impact crash and a massive explosion upon contact with the ground.
There were ten fatalities recorded in the incident, consisting of six crew members and four engineers. No survivors were reported from the wreckage.
Findings
Official investigations into the accident were unable to establish a definitive reason for the loss of control. Investigators considered several possibilities, including the potential for an in-flight fire or a mechanical failure involving an aileron, though neither could be confirmed as the certain cause of the crash.