Aircraft crash following takeoff from Leshukonskoye

No fatalities • Leshukonskoye, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage after crashing into a ravine shortly after departing Leshukonskoye due to being overweight and improperly balanced.

What happened

During a departure from Leshukonskoye, an aircraft experienced a critical loss of control immediately following liftoff. The flight ended when the plane impacted a nearby ravine. While the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no fatalities among the occupants, and all individuals on board survived the accident.

Findings

Investigations into the crash revealed that the aircraft was operating under unsafe conditions prior to takeoff. The primary contributing factors included the fact that the maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) had been exceeded. Additionally, the aircraft's center of gravity was positioned outside of the permitted operational envelope, specifically being located too far aft. These combined issues of overweight loading and improper weight distribution led to the loss of control during the initial climb phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft was operated beyond its maximum takeoff weight with an improperly balanced center of gravity.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1970-10-16 Lisunov LI-2 accident near Leshukonskoye, Russia?

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage after crashing into a ravine shortly after departing Leshukonskoye due to being overweight and improperly balanced.

Were there any fatalities in the 1970-10-16 Lisunov LI-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1970-10-16 involved a Lisunov LI-2, registration CCCP-84771, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Leshukonskoye, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was operated beyond its maximum takeoff weight with an improperly balanced center of gravity.

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