Aeroflot Flight 2306 was a scheduled flight operated by the Soviet airline Aeroflot. On a fateful day, the aircraft, a Tupolev Tu-154, took off from Vnukovo Airport in Moscow, intending to reach the city of Syktyvkar. During the flight, the crew experienced significant technical malfunctions related to the aircraft's engines, which necessitated an emergency landing at Syktyvkar Airport. With the presence of heavy weather conditions, including mist and rain, the pilots attempted to maneuver the aircraft for a safe descent.

As the aircraft approached the airport, the pilots faced increasing difficulties with the plane's operational systems. Communication with air traffic control became strained as they relayed their situation and declared an emergency. The crew's experience and training were put to the test as they attempted to stabilize the aircraft; however, their efforts were ultimately unsuccessful.

The aircraft impacted the ground with a high rate of descent, leading to a severe crash on the runway. Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene, but tragically, 54 out of the 70 passengers and crew on board lost their lives. The incident shocked the nation and raised critical questions about aviation safety and the reliability of Soviet-era aircraft.