On December 5, 1999, an Ilyushin II-114 (registration UK-91004) operated by Tashkent Aircraft Production Corporation was involved in an aviation accident near Moscow-Domodedovo, Russia during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It was determined that the rudder was blocked in the full left position prior to takeoff, probably due to the strong crosswinds encountered during the taxi procedure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft experienced rudder blockage from strong crosswinds while taxiing at Moscow-Domodedovo Airport. The captain proceeded with takeoff, leading to a loss of control at 24 meters altitude and a crash that killed five and injured two.
Incident Details
While taxiing at Moscow-Domodedovo Airport, the aircraft encountered strong crosswinds that caused the rudder to become stuck in the full left position. The flight engineer suggested returning to the apron for an inspection, but the captain opted to proceed with takeoff.
Crash Sequence
The aircraft departed from runway 32L. After liftoff, during the climb to approximately 24 meters above ground level, the aircraft went out of control. It crashed into a wooded area located 365 meters beyond the end of the runway. The crash resulted in two occupants being seriously injured and five others being killed.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined that the rudder had been blocked in the full left position prior to takeoff. This blockage was probably due to the strong crosswinds encountered during the taxi procedure.
Probable cause
It was determined that the rudder was blocked in the full left position prior to takeoff, probably due to the strong crosswinds encountered during the taxi procedure.