What happened
While operating a flight from Mineralnye Vody to Krasnodar, the crew encountered adverse weather conditions characterized by restricted visibility. During the flight, the aircraft type impacted trees approximately 80 meters before entering a stall. The subsequent impact occurred on a plateau situated on Mt Strizhament, located roughly 30 km south of Stavropol.
The accident resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. Of the individuals on board, there were eight fatalities and five injuries reported among the occupants.
Findings
Investigations into the accident identified that the crew failed to adhere to the altitude specified in the flight plan. This deviation from the assigned altitude was a primary factor in the crash. Additionally, several contributing elements were noted, including the presence of poor weather conditions, inadequate flight preparation by the crew, and insufficient support provided by Air Traffic Control.