Event
On final approach to Arkhangelsk-Talagi Airport, during the final segment of the approach, a four-engine airplane entered a localized fog bank. The pilot-in-command lost visual contact with the ground momentarily. The decision to execute a go-around was delayed too long, resulting in a hard landing.
Outcome
Upon touchdown, the aircraft became uncontrollable, departed the runway, struck obstacles, and came to rest. The airplane sustained damage beyond repair. All persons on board evacuated without injury.
Cause
The investigation stated that the cause of the accident was the late decision to go around after the pilot-in-command lost visual contact with the ground, which led to a hard landing.