What happened
A flight departing from Toko, destined for Uchur, experienced a crash during the takeoff phase. The aircraft, operated with a crew of two and three passengers, had diverted from its original path to accommodate two unauthorized individuals who requested to be dropped near the River Algoma for fishing purposes.
After the crew completed the unscheduled stop and released the two passengers by the riverbank, they attempted a subsequent departure. However, the available runway length was estimated to be only between 150 and 180 meters. During this maneuver, the single-engine airplane failed to reach an adequate velocity before encountering the water. The aircraft struck the surface of the river and flipped into an inverted position in shallow water. While the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair, all three occupants managed to exit the wreckage without any injuries.
Findings
The investigation identified that the primary factor in the accident was poor judgment by the crew regarding the runway length available for the takeoff. Additionally, the aircraft's speed at the moment of impact was insufficient, and the uneven nature of the terrain contributed to the loss of control.