Aircraft accident at Krasnoyarsk-Severny Airport

No fatalities • Krasnoyarsk, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

A three-engine aircraft veered off the runway and sustained heavy damage during takeoff from Krasnoyarsk-Severny Airport, resulting in multiple injuries.

What happened

During a departure from Krasnoyarsk-Severny Airport, a three-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control immediately following lift-off. As the plane ascended, it entered a left bank that caused the left wing to make contact with the runway surface. This impact led to the aircraft veering off the paved area and crashing in the vicinity of the runway threshold.

Although the airframe was determined to be a total loss due to the extent of the damage, there were no fatalities among the passengers or crew. All 18 occupants sustained injuries during the accident.

Findings

Investigations into the incident suggest that the primary contributing factor was improper deicing procedures performed on the aircraft prior to its takeoff roll.

Probable cause

The aircraft was likely not adequately cleared of ice before departure.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1972-11-22 Yakovlev Yak-40 accident near Krasnoyarsk, Russia?

A three-engine aircraft veered off the runway and sustained heavy damage during takeoff from Krasnoyarsk-Severny Airport, resulting in multiple injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1972-11-22 Yakovlev Yak-40 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1972-11-22 involved a Yakovlev Yak-40, registration CCCP-87819, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Krasnoyarsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was likely not adequately cleared of ice before departure.

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