Lisunov LI-2 accident at Leninabad, Tajikistan, 16 Jun 1947 (CCCP-L4088)
On June 16, 1947, a Lisunov LI-2 (registration CCCP-L4088) operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Leninabad, Tajikistan during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It was determined that the takeoff roll was too long because the total weight of the aircraft was 627 kilos above the MTOW. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
It was determined that the takeoff roll was too long because the total weight of the aircraft was 627 kilos above the MTOW. Despite the situation, the captain did not take the decision to abandon the takeoff and completed the rotation after a course of 1,200 meters with an insufficient speed. After liftoff, a part of the cargo totaling 290 kilos shifted in the rear of the cabin, causing the aircraft to stall.
— NTSB Determination
Accident narrative
The aircraft lifted off from Leninabad after a takeoff roll of 1,200 meters only. After rotation, while in initial climb at a height of 2-3 meters, the aircraft hit a telephone pole and power cables, stalled and crashed in flames. Three occupants were killed while four others were injured, among them the copilot. The aircraft was partially destroyed by fire. The crew was performing a cargo flight to Alma Ata, carrying a load consisting of apricots and silk.
Probable cause (official findings): It was determined that the takeoff roll was too long because the total weight of the aircraft was 627 kilos above the MTOW. Despite the situation, the captain did not take the decision to abandon the takeoff and completed the rotation after a course of 1,200 meters with an insufficient speed. After liftoff, a part of the cargo totaling 290 kilos shifted in the rear of the cabin, causing the aircraft to stall.