What happened
During a nighttime departure from Almaza Airport in Cairo, an aircraft lost control during its initial climb. The plane impacted the ground near the airfield, resulting in a post-crash fire.
There were 31 people on board at the time of the accident. The incident resulted in 30 fatalities, including nine Russian crew members and 22 Egyptian soldiers. Only one crew member survived the impact.
Findings
Official investigations into the crash suggest that the accident was likely the result of crew error, with investigators noting that the positioning of the flaps may have been a contributing factor to the loss of control during the climb.