What happened
During a nighttime mission involving crop-spraying operations for the Rogin state farm, an aircraft was conducting an unauthorized flight between Rekta and Rogin. While operating at low altitudes, the crew performed dangerous maneuvers that led to the aircraft striking treetops at an altitude of approximately 15 to 17 meters. The impact occurred roughly 1.8 km from Mostki in the Rogachov district of the Gomel region.
Following the collision with the trees, the aircraft crashed and subsequently caught fire, resulting in a total loss of the airframe. There were no survivors of the accident; all five people on board, consisting of two pilots and three passengers, were killed.
Findings
Investigations into the crash identified that the crew was operating under the influence of alcohol during the flight. The primary factor contributing to the accident was the intoxicated state of the pilot, which led to the execution of hazardous maneuvers at low altitude.