What happened
During a flight traveling from Chara toward Sredniye Kalar, the aircraft experienced periods of intermittent power loss from its engine while cruising at an altitude of 2,900 meters. In response to the mechanical instability, the crew initiated a descent to a lower altitude to attempt an emergency landing.
During the descent, the aircraft made contact with trees and crashed within a forested region. The impact caused the airframe to burst into flames, resulting in the partial destruction of the aircraft. Despite the severity of the crash and the subsequent fire, all four occupants managed to exit the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.
Findings
- The primary issue involved intermittent engine power loss during the cruise phase of the flight.
- The impact with vegetation during the emergency descent led to a post-crash fire.