Aircraft excursion during takeoff roll on snow-covered runway

No fatalities • Muslyumovo, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft veered off the runway and entered a ravine during its takeoff roll on a snow-covered surface, resulting in no injuries but heavy damage to the plane.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll on a runway covered in snow, the flight crew lost control of the aircraft. The plane departed the prepared surface and traveled into a nearby ravine, where it eventually came to a stop.

Despite the severity of the excursion, all 17 occupants managed to exit the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. The impact and the nature of the excursion resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

The aircraft was operating on a snow-covered runway at the time of the incident.
The loss of directional control occurred during the initial takeoff phase.

Probable cause

Loss of control during the takeoff roll due to runway conditions involving snow cover.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-02-17 Let L-410 accident near Muslyumovo, Russia?

An aircraft veered off the runway and entered a ravine during its takeoff roll on a snow-covered surface, resulting in no injuries but heavy damage to the plane.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-02-17 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-02-17 involved a Let L-410, registration CCCP-67145, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Muslyumovo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?