Incident
During the takeoff run at Arkhangelsk-Talaghi Airport, the flight crew experienced control problems with the aircraft. The airplane became unstable, prompting the captain to abort the takeoff. An emergency brake maneuver was initiated, but the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance. It overran the runway and came to rest.
Injuries
Ten passengers sustained injuries. The remaining 111 occupants on board were reported unhurt.
Damage
The aircraft sustained heavy structural damage and was considered beyond repair.
Probable Cause
According to the official investigation, the probable cause was that the crew failed to prepare the flight according to the checklist and forgot to unlock the rudder prior to takeoff.