Aircraft excursion during takeoff roll

No fatalities • Omsukchan, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft veered off the runway and struck a snow bank during its takeoff roll, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the plane.

What happened

During the initial takeoff phase, the aircraft was accelerating along the runway and reached a speed of 170 km/h. At this velocity, the aircraft began to drift toward the right side of the runway. The deviation continued until the plane struck a nearby snow bank.

Following the impact with the snow, the aircraft underwent a cartwheel motion before finally coming to a stop. Despite the severity of the excursion, all 53 occupants were able to exit the aircraft without injury. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

The aircraft veered right during the takeoff roll.
Collision with a snow bank caused the subsequent cartwheeling motion.

Probable cause

The aircraft deviated from the runway centerline and struck a snow bank during the takeoff roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-02-01 Antonov AN-24 accident near Omsukchan, Russia?

An aircraft veered off the runway and struck a snow bank during its takeoff roll, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the plane.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-02-01 Antonov AN-24 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-02-01 involved a Antonov AN-24, registration RA-47718, operated by KolymaAvia, at Omsukchan, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?