Accident
A cargo aircraft crashed in a wooded area approximately 5 kilometers from its departure airport, killing all 13 individuals on board—seven crew members and six passengers. The impact and subsequent fire destroyed the aircraft.
Flight Details
The flight originated in Novosibirsk with an intermediate stop in Krasnoyarsk before continuing to Mirny. The aircraft carried 13,380 kilograms of cargo, including food, tobacco, clothing, and footwear.
Weather and Icing
Weather conditions at the time of the accident were marginal, with snowfall and icing conditions present.
Takeoff and Initial Climb
During the takeoff roll, the pilot-in-command initiated rotation after 2,400 meters at a speed of 280 km/h. After liftoff, the aircraft experienced rolling motions left and right, but the crew continued climbing at approximately 4 meters per second. At a height of 150 meters and a speed of 330 km/h, the crew raised the flaps.
Loss of Control
Shortly after raising the flaps, the aircraft began to lose altitude, entered an uncontrolled descent, and struck trees before crashing.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be loss of control during initial climb after the crew raised the flaps due to the presence of severe icing conditions, which impaired the controllability of the aircraft and its aerodynamic characteristics. The short distance between the aircraft and the ground did not allow the crew to expect recovery.