At least four people were killed in the crash of a plane with parachutists on board in Siberia on Saturday.
At least four people were killed, including the two pilots.
Another 17 people were injured in the accident near the village of Shuravlyovo in the Kemerovo region in southern Siberia.
The twin-engine L-410 aircraft was lubricated via the left wing immediately after take-off from Tanaj Airport and hit the ground.
The Tass news agency reported that there were a total of 17 athletes on board.
According to preliminary information, the accident occurred shortly after the start when one of the engines of the machine failed.
The L-410 lost altitude and brushed against trees and hit the ground seconds later.
A helicopter with rescue workers is on duty, experts examine the scene of the accident to determine the exact cause of the accident.
mik / dpa