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Aircraft Crash During Local Training Flight from Pskov AFB (RA-86039)

Pskov AFB, RussiaTakeoff (climb)

On July 8, 1993, an Ilyushin II-76 (registration RA-86039) operated by Russian Air Force - Voyenno-vozdushnye sily Rossii was involved in an aviation accident near Pskov AFB, Russia during takeoff. 11 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact cause of the fire on board could not be determined. However, it is believed that fire started in the cargo hold during the takeoff roll or maybe after rotation, probably in a box containing ammunition. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Pskov AFB during a local training flight. A fire erupted on board, leading to loss of control. All 11 occupants were killed.

Incident Overview and Flight Details The aircraft departed Pskov AFB on a local training flight. The flight carried three passengers, eight crew members, and a load of ammunition. After takeoff, while in initial climb, the crew informed air traffic control that a fire had erupted on board. The crew was cleared to return for an emergency landing. The aircraft subsequently went out of control and crashed in a wooded area located 3.4 km from the airport and 480 meters to the left of the extended centerline. The aircraft burst into flames upon impact and disintegrated. All 11 occupants were killed.

Probable cause

The exact cause of the fire on board could not be determined. However, it is believed that fire started in the cargo hold during the takeoff roll or maybe after rotation, probably in a box containing ammunition. Fire and explosion damaged elevator control systems, causing the aircraft to become uncontrollable.
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