Accident Sequence
On the day of the accident, the pilot had conducted several crop spraying flights. Later, he and a passenger departed from Magnaisky State Farm for a short flight to Pobeda State Farm, both situated in the suburbs of Kostanay. While on approach to Pobeda, the pilot initiated a sharp left turn at an altitude that was low in relation to the terrain. During this turn, the airplane rolled to the left, reaching a bank angle of approximately 45 degrees. As a result, the left wingtip struck the ground, causing the aircraft to crash. The impact did not cause any injuries to either the pilot or the passenger.
Probable Cause
An official investigation into the accident determined that the pilot was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the event. This intoxication was cited as the probable cause. No other contributing factors were noted.