What happened
The aircraft departed from Bolshoi Dvor on a special mission operated for the army. During the flight, the crew faced significantly reduced visibility caused by heavy snowfall. In response to these deteriorating conditions, the pilot initiated an emergency landing procedure. However, the airplane collided with a telegraph pole during this maneuver. The impact caused the left wing to be severed from the fuselage, and the aircraft ultimately came to rest in a ditch. Despite the structural damage, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among the crew members.
Findings
The official investigation identified poor visibility resulting from heavy snow as a primary factor in the accident. Additionally, the findings noted that the departure from Bolshoi Dvor was delayed, which contributed to the hazardous conditions encountered during the flight.