Aircraft crash into buildings following runway excursion

No fatalities • Parbig, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a loss of control during takeoff, resulting in a runway excursion and a subsequent collision with several structures.

What happened

During the initial takeoff phase, the aircraft began to bank toward the left. This maneuver caused the left main landing gear to impact the ground on three separate occasions over a span of 190 meters. Following this sequence, the plane exited the end of the runway and continued to slide for an additional 36 meters through heavy snow.

After the excursion, the aircraft gained significant altitude, climbing to approximately 280 meters. The flight path then led to a collision with multiple buildings situated 470 meters beyond the runway exit. Despite the impact, there were no injuries reported among the four occupants on board, and no casualties were recorded among people on the ground.

Findings

  • The aircraft's left main gear made repeated contact with the surface during the takeoff roll.
  • Heavy snow conditions contributed to the sliding motion after the runway was exited.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a leftward bank during liftoff that led to a landing gear strike and subsequent loss of directional control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1963-12-16 Lisunov LI-2 accident near Parbig, Russia?

An aircraft experienced a loss of control during takeoff, resulting in a runway excursion and a subsequent collision with several structures.

Were there any fatalities in the 1963-12-16 Lisunov LI-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1963-12-16 involved a Lisunov LI-2, registration CCCP-16181, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Parbig, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a leftward bank during liftoff that led to a landing gear strike and subsequent loss of directional control.

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