What happened
During an afternoon flight near Tynne in the Rivne region, a crew was performing local agricultural spraying operations for a nearby sovkhoz. In addition to the flight crew, six passengers from the same organization were on board for a tour. Shortly after departing, while maintaining an altitude of approximately 130 meters, the pilot executed a sudden climb, likely in an attempt to clear a chalet.
Because the six passengers were seated on the cabin floor without restraints, this sharp maneuver caused them to slide toward the rear of the aircraft. This rapid movement resulted in a significant shift in the center of gravity, pushing it outside of safe operating limits. Consequently, the aircraft type experienced a steep pitch-up, followed by an aerodynamic stall and a high-speed impact into a wheat field. The accident resulted in nine fatalities, with no survivors.
Findings
Investigations into the crash identified that the pilot's aggressive maneuvering was the primary factor in the loss of control. The lack of seatbelts for the passengers seated on the floor allowed their weight to shift abruptly, destabilizing the flight. Additionally, it was noted that all occupants were under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.