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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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data 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.

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