Incident Overview
During a final approach to Bagram Air Force Base (AFB), a four-engine aircraft encountered an unexpected hazard when it was struck by ground fire. The impact particularly affected the nose gear, compromising the aircraft's stability and control systems just before touchdown.
Collision Details
Upon making contact with the runway, the aircraft became uncontrollable due to the damage sustained from the fire. It subsequently veered off the designated runway surface. As it left the paved area, the aircraft collided with two Mil Mi-6 helicopters that were parked nearby. The force of the impact and the preceding fire resulted in significant structural damage to the four-engine plane.
Outcome and Casualties
Despite the severity of the collision and the fire damage, all five crew members on board successfully evacuated the aircraft. Reports indicate that none of the personnel sustained injuries during the incident. However, the extent of the damage to the four-engine aircraft was such that it was declared beyond repair, rendering it unserviceable.