Russian propaganda Telegram channels SHOT and 112 reported the information.According to preliminary data, the plane crashed in a wooded area near the city airport. There were two crew members on board. They were unable to eject and died.The cause of the crash is currently unknown. Emergency services have gone to the crash site.What is known about the Su-30SMThe Su-30SM is a two-seat, multi-role "4+" generation fighter jet of the Su-30 series, based on the Su-27 family. Its main tasks are air superiority, striking ground and sea targets, and reconnaissance.The serial modernized version began entering service in 2013. The aircraft's payload is approximately 6–8 tons, depending on the configuration.The Su-30SM is designed for all-weather missions, has an in-flight refueling system, and a wide range of weapons (30 mm automatic cannon, guided missiles, and bombs). The aircraft is operated by the Russian Aerospace Forces and several other countries (export contracts and deliveries were made, in particular, to Kazakhstan).The 159th Guards Fighter Aviation Regiment of the Russian Aerospace Forces is based in the Republic of Karelia, stationed at Besovets airfield near Petrozavodsk. It is part of the 105th Mixed Aviation Division of the 6th Air and Air Defense Army of the Western Military District. The regiment is armed with Su-27 and Su-30SM fighters.