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Aircraft Crash at Tver-Migalovo AFB (CCCP-09303)

Tver-Migalovo AFB, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On November 11, 1992, an Antonov AN-22 (registration CCCP-09303) operated by Russian Air Force - Voyenno-vozdushnye sily Rossii was involved in an aviation accident near Tver-Migalovo AFB, Russia during takeoff. 33 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was overloaded by 20 tons at the time of the accident and the center of gravity was too far aft. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Tver-Migalovo AFB, killing all 33 occupants. The official investigation found the aircraft was overloaded by 20 tons and had an aft center of gravity.

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft departed from Tver-Migalovo AFB and crashed during its initial climb. The accident occurred while the aircraft was climbing to a height of about 250 metres. All 33 occupants on board were killed in the crash. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond the departure airfield. ## Flight Dynamics and Crash Sequence After takeoff, the aircraft exhibited abnormal flight behavior while climbing. It pitched up and down before stalling and crashing. The source does not provide additional details about the flight path, weather, or maintenance history. ## Official Findings and Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the aircraft was overloaded by 20 tons at the time of the accident. It also found that the center of gravity (CofG) was too far aft. These findings were identified as the probable cause of the crash.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Nov 1992 Antonov AN-22 accident near Tver-Migalovo AFB, Russia?

An aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Tver-Migalovo AFB, killing all 33 occupants. The official investigation found the aircraft was overloaded by 20 tons and had an aft center of gravity.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Nov 1992 Antonov AN-22 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 33 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Nov 1992 involved an Antonov AN-22, registration CCCP-09303, operated by Russian Air Force - Voyenno-vozdushnye sily Rossii, at Tver-Migalovo AFB, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was overloaded by 20 tons at the time of the accident and the center of gravity was too far aft.

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