Sakha Avia Flight 301


Sakha Avia Flight 301 was a scheduled domestic passenger flight from Kutana to Aldan via Uchur in Russia. On 26 August 1993 the Let L-410 Turbolet operating the flight crashed on approach to Aldan Airport, killing all 24 people on board. It is the deadliest aviation disaster involving the Let L-410 Turbolet.

Accident

The aircraft was on final approach to Aldan Airport. The flaps were extended for landing, however, when this happened, the aircraft abruptly pitched up to 40 degrees, stalled and crashed into the ground from the runway. All 24 people on board were killed.

Aircraft

The aircraft involved was a three-year-old L-410UVP-E which first flew in 1990. The aircraft was powered by two Walter M-601E engines.

Investigation

The investigation determined that the aircraft was overloaded, moving the center of gravity to the rear.