Aircraft excursion and fire at Kacha Airbase

No fatalities • Kacha NAS, Ukraine • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a loss of control during the takeoff roll at Kacha Airbase, resulting in a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll at Kacha Airbase, the pilot attempted to initiate rotation; however, the aircraft failed to respond to the control inputs. In response to the lack of aerodynamic response, the captain executed an emergency braking procedure to abort the takeoff.

Despite the attempt to stop, the aircraft could not be halted within the available runway length. The aircraft veered toward the left side of the runway and exited the paved surface, traveling into rough terrain. Upon reaching the uneven ground, the aircraft rolled over and subsequently caught fire.

Findings

  • All occupants managed to evacuate the aircraft without any injuries.
  • The aircraft was destroyed by fire following the excursion.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to respond to rotation inputs during the takeoff roll, leading to an aborted takeoff and subsequent runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-08-23 Ilyushin II-20 accident near Kacha NAS, Ukraine?

An aircraft experienced a loss of control during the takeoff roll at Kacha Airbase, resulting in a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-08-23 Ilyushin II-20 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-08-23 involved a Ilyushin II-20, operated by Soviet Navy - Voyenno-morskoy flot CCCP, at Kacha NAS, Ukraine.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to respond to rotation inputs during the takeoff roll, leading to an aborted takeoff and subsequent runway excursion.

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