Incident Overview
A crop spraying flight operating in Svalenik ended in an accident when the aircraft struck a tree. The crew consisted of a captain and a copilot, both of whom sustained injuries. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Accident Details
The flight was dispatched for a crop spraying mission. While flying at low altitude and low speed, the captain began a 90° turn. During the maneuver, the copilot alerted the captain to the presence of a tree approximately 8 meters tall. Shortly after, control of the aircraft was lost. In response, the captain removed his hands from the controls. Subsequently, the aircraft collided with the tree and crashed.
Injuries and Damage
Both pilots were injured in the accident. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair. It was reported that the captain was intoxicated at the time of the accident.
Additional Information
The accident occurred in Svalenik during a crop spraying operation. No further details about the aircraft type, registration, or operator were provided. The time of day, weather conditions, and ATC involvement were not specified.