On October 5, 2004, an Antonov AN-12 (registration ST-SAF) operated by Sarit Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Kaduqli, Sudan in flight. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The simultaneous failure of all four engines during cruise flight led to the loss of control and subsequent crash. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A cargo flight operating between El Obeid and Juba crashed in a wooded area near Kaduqli after experiencing a total loss of engine power.
What happened
During a cargo transport mission traveling from El Obeid to Juba, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical failure while cruising at 17,000 feet. The crew reported a simultaneous failure of all four engines, prompting them to declare an emergency. In an attempt to reach safety, the flight crew initiated a diversion toward Heglig Airport.
Shortly after the emergency declaration, the aircraft went down in a forested region situated approximately 50 km south of Kaduqli. The impact resulted in the deaths of all four occupants on board.
Findings
The primary factor leading to the accident was the total failure of all four engines during the cruise phase of flight.
Probable cause
The simultaneous failure of all four engines during cruise flight led to the loss of control and subsequent crash.