What happened
During the takeoff roll at Khorugh Airport, the aircraft reached its rotation speed (Vr) and the crew attempted to lift the nose. However, the aircraft type failed to respond to the rotation command and remained on the ground. The aircraft continued along the runway at high velocity, eventually exiting the paved surface.
After overrunning the runway, the plane struck a concrete wall situated approximately 150 metres beyond the end of the runway. The momentum of the impact led the aircraft to crash into the nearby Pyanj River. The accident resulted in 82 fatalities and left four passengers rescued from the wreckage.
Findings
- The aircraft failed to achieve lift-off despite the crew initiating the rotation sequence.
- The failure of the aircraft to respond to rotation commands led to the high-speed excursion and subsequent collision with a wall and the river.