The Tupolev 134 was operated on behalf of the Black Sea Fleet Aviation unit (VVS ChF) of the Russian Navy. There were
20 passengers and crew members onboard this military flight.
On takeoff the nr.1 engine failed and caught fire, possibly as a result of a bird strike. Takeoff was aborted but the
Tupolev overran the runway and burst into flame. Three navy officers were injured.
Video of the accident - Video shot by witnesses showing the aborted take-off and the plane overrunning the runway and bursting into flames.
The Tupolev 134 was operated on behalf of the Black Sea Fleet Aviation unit (VVS ChF) of the Russian Navy. There were
20 passengers and crew members onboard this military flight.
