Accident Details
The takeoff from Tazovskoye Airport was attempted from an icy runway under marginal weather conditions, with visibility limited to 500 meters and a crosswind gusting to 43 km/h. After a takeoff roll of 1,600 meters, the pilot initiated rotation. During the maneuver, the aircraft banked right and crashed 265 meters beyond the start of rotation, approximately 70 meters to the right of the extended center line.
All four crew members and eight passengers were killed, while 13 other passengers sustained injuries. The aircraft was destroyed.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the accident was the consequence of a loss of control while taking off in marginal weather conditions. The flight was dispatched despite the fact that the visibility and weather conditions were below minima at the time of the accident. Additionally, it was reported that air traffic control (ATC) consumed alcohol the night before and failed to have sufficient rest time.