Incident Overview
A four-engine aircraft was on approach to Krasnoyarsk-Severny Airport when it encountered poor weather conditions characterized by low visibility. During the final approach phase, the aircraft descended too low and struck the ground 250 meters before the runway threshold.
Impact and Damage
Upon impact, the nose landing gear and left main landing gear were torn from the aircraft. The aircraft then slid for several meters before coming to rest with its left wing partially detached. Post-incident assessment determined that the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Occupant Status
All individuals aboard the aircraft were rescued from the scene. No further details regarding occupant condition were provided.
Investigator Findings
The official investigation into the incident identified the probable cause as the crew's decision to continue the approach in weather conditions that were below the established minimums.