What happened
During a flight near Yerevan, the crew attempted to land at a local airstrip without obtaining prior clearance or authorization from air traffic control. Upon making contact with the runway, the aircraft experienced a skid that caused it to overshoot the landing area. The movement continued until the plane came to a complete stop after overrunning the pavement.
While the incident resulted in no fatalities or injuries, the impact and subsequent excursion caused significant structural damage. Following an assessment of the wreckage, the aircraft was declared a total loss as it was damaged beyond repair.
Findings
- The crew proceeded with an unauthorized landing attempt at the airstrip.
- The aircraft overran the runway following a skid upon touchdown.