Accident involving Safi Airways Boeing 737 in Kabul, Afghanistan…

Accident involving Safi Airways Boeing 737 in Kabul, Afghanistan

No fatalities • Kabul, Afghanistan

The NTSB has been notified of an aviation accident involving a Boeing 737 in Kabul, Afghanistan.

The government of Afghanistan notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Boeing 737, registration JY-JAQ, which took place on December 12, 2016.

Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the ongoing investigation being conducted by the Afghan government. There were no injuries reported in the accident. All investigative details will be released by the government of Afghanistan.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Dec 2016 BOEING 737 46J accident near Kabul, Afghanistan?

The NTSB has been notified of an aviation accident involving a Boeing 737 in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 Dec 2016 BOEING 737 46J accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Dec 2016 involved a BOEING 737 46J, operated by Safi Airways, at Kabul, Afghanistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?