Runway excursion during takeoff attempt

No fatalities • Magadan-Sokol, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft failed to lift off during its takeoff roll, resulting in a runway excursion and significant structural damage, though no injuries were reported.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll, the aircraft reached a speed of 250 km/h when the crew attempted to rotate. However, the aircraft failed to lift off from the runway. In response to the unsuccessful rotation, the captain aborted the takeoff and applied emergency braking.

During the aborted takeoff, the aircraft veered toward the right side of the runway. The path of the aircraft took it through snow-covered terrain, during which the nose and the right main landing gear were lost. The sequence concluded 490 meters after the initial deviation, at which point the right wing was found to be bent.

Findings

  • All eight occupants remained unhurt following the incident.
  • The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, being classified as damaged beyond repair.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to achieve lift-off during the rotation phase of the takeoff roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2015-01-03 Antonov AN-26 accident near Magadan-Sokol, Russia?

An aircraft failed to lift off during its takeoff roll, resulting in a runway excursion and significant structural damage, though no injuries were reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 2015-01-03 Antonov AN-26 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2015-01-03 involved a Antonov AN-26, registration RA-26082, operated by Kazan Aircraft Production Association (KAPO Avia), at Magadan-Sokol, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to achieve lift-off during the rotation phase of the takeoff roll.

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