Incident Overview
A single-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control shortly after liftoff from Kuberganya Airport. The aircraft struggled to gain altitude, stalled, and struck the ground before crash-landing in a snow-covered field. It came to rest approximately 171 meters beyond the runway end. All 15 occupants on board evacuated without injury, but the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined that the crew failed to properly prepare the flight according to published procedures and did not complete the pre-takeoff checklist. Specifically, the flaps were set to an inappropriate angle of 8° instead of the prescribed 30°. During the takeoff roll, the copilot recognized the error and reduced engine power in an attempt to abort the takeoff. However, the captain assumed control and decided to continue the takeoff. Poor crew coordination was identified as a contributing factor to the accident.
Outcome
The accident resulted in the total loss of the aircraft, but no injuries were reported among the 15 occupants. The investigation highlighted procedural deviations and coordination issues as key elements in the sequence of events.