Crop-Spraying Aircraft Runway Deviation Near Tyugalbuga (RA-40845)

Incident Overview and Location Details A crop-spraying aircraft experienced a runway deviation during takeoff from an airstrip near Tyugalbuga, located in the Novaya Malykla district of the Ulyanovsk region. The incident occurred while the aircraft was operating under tail and cross wind conditions. ## Sequence of Events During the takeoff roll, the aircraft deviated from the intended takeoff direction to the left. This deviation caused the aircraft to veer off the runway and collide with a one-meter-high dung heap. The aircraft came to rest against a pile of manure following the impact. ## Outcome and Damage Assessment Both pilots on board the aircraft escaped the incident unhurt. The aircraft sustained damage that was assessed as beyond repair, resulting in a total loss of the airframe.