What happened
During a flight originating from Kungrad and destined for the KS-7 Airfield at Komsili Komsomolsk-na-Ustyurte, the aircraft encountered weather conditions that were below established minimums. The flight, which was part of a route to Karakalpakiya, was also carrying two unauthorized passengers at the time of the incident.
As the crew attempted the arrival, they lost visual contact with the ground due to poor visibility. Instead of performing a missed approach or returning to the previous location, the aircraft deviated from its intended approach path. This deviation led to a collision with a drilling tower, which stood 52 metres tall, at an altitude of approximately 35 metres. Following the impact, the aircraft crashed and subsequently caught fire.
Findings
- The crew attempted to continue the approach despite visibility being below required minimums.
- The crew failed to execute a return to the previous position after losing visual contact with the terrain.
- The accident resulted in two fatalities and left the remaining survivors with serious injuries.