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.