What happened
During a flight near Chernivtsi, the crew encountered meteorological conditions that had fallen below the required visibility and altitude minimums. In response to these challenging weather circumstances, the crew decided to perform an emergency landing in the vicinity of the city.
During the attempt to land the aircraft under these difficult conditions, the plane crashed. Despite the impact, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.
Findings
- The primary factor leading to the incident was the encounter with below-minima weather conditions.
- The crew attempted an emergency descent/landing to mitigate the risks posed by the low visibility.