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Runway Excursion at Arkhangelsk-Vaskovo Airport (RA-46564)

Arkhangelsk-Vaskovo, RussiaLanding (descent or approach)

On February 6, 1995, an Antonov AN-24 (registration RA-46564) operated by Arkhangelsk Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Arkhangelsk-Vaskovo, Russia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The captain's decision to continue the approach after losing visual contact with the runway, resulting in the aircraft landing to the right of the runway and colliding with a snow bank. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

Aircraft landed to the right of runway and collided with a snow bank during final approach in marginal weather. All 38 occupants evacuated safely.

Incident Overview

On final approach to Arkhangelsk-Vaskovo Airport, the crew encountered marginal weather conditions with snow showers. The captain lost visual contact with the runway but continued the approach. When the pilot realized the aircraft was misaligned with the runway, it was too late to correct. The aircraft landed to the right of the runway and collided with a snow bank.

Occupant Evacuation and Aircraft Damage

All 38 occupants evacuated safely. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.

Contributing Factors

The investigation determined that the captain's decision to continue the approach after losing visual contact with the runway, combined with the misalignment, led to the landing excursion. The marginal weather conditions, including snow showers, reduced visibility.

Probable cause

The captain's decision to continue the approach after losing visual contact with the runway, resulting in the aircraft landing to the right of the runway and colliding with a snow bank.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Feb 1995 Antonov AN-24 accident near Arkhangelsk-Vaskovo, Russia?

Aircraft landed to the right of runway and collided with a snow bank during final approach in marginal weather. All 38 occupants evacuated safely.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Feb 1995 Antonov AN-24 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Feb 1995 involved an Antonov AN-24, registration RA-46564, operated by Arkhangelsk Airlines, at Arkhangelsk-Vaskovo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The captain's decision to continue the approach after losing visual contact with the runway, resulting in the aircraft landing to the right of the runway and colliding with a snow bank.

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