Airblue Flight 202 Impact in Islamabad

157 fatalities • Islamabad, Pakistan

An Airblue Airbus A321 crashed into the Margilla Hills during its approach to Islamabad.

What happened

On July 28, 2010, Airblue flight 202, a scheduled passenger flight from Jinnah International Airport (OPKC) in Karachi, Pakistan, to Benazir Bhutto International Airport (OPRN) in Islamabad, crashed during its approach to runway 12. The aircraft, an Airbus A321 with registration AP-BCB, impacted terrain in the Margilla Hills.

The accident resulted in 157 fatalities, including all 150 passengers and 7 crewmembers on board. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jul 2010 AIRBUS A321 accident near Islamabad, Pakistan?

An Airblue Airbus A321 crashed into the Margilla Hills during its approach to Islamabad.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jul 2010 AIRBUS A321 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 157 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jul 2010 involved a AIRBUS A321, operated by Airblue, at Islamabad, Pakistan.

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