18 fatalities

Four-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Geneina Airport

Geneina, SudanTakeoff (climb)

On January 2, 2020, an Antonov AN-12 operated by Sudanese Air Force - Al Quwwat al-Jawwiya As-Sudaniya was involved in an aviation accident near Geneina, Sudan during takeoff. 18 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft crashed in flames about 5 km from Geneina Airport shortly after takeoff, killing all 18 occupants, including three children. The aircraft was returning to Khartoum after delivering medical aid.

Incident Overview A four-engine aircraft crashed in flames approximately 5 km from Geneina Airport shortly after takeoff. The aircraft went out of control during the initial climb phase, resulting in a fatal accident. ## Casualties and Damage All 18 occupants on board were killed in the crash, including three children. The aircraft was destroyed by the impact forces and a subsequent post-crash fire. ## Operational Context At the time of the accident, the aircraft was returning to Khartoum after completing a mission to deliver medical aid. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the incident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Jan 2020 Antonov AN-12 accident near Geneina, Sudan?

A four-engine aircraft crashed in flames about 5 km from Geneina Airport shortly after takeoff, killing all 18 occupants, including three children. The aircraft was returning to Khartoum after delivering medical aid.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 Jan 2020 Antonov AN-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 18 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Jan 2020 involved an Antonov AN-12, operated by Sudanese Air Force - Al Quwwat al-Jawwiya As-Sudaniya, at Geneina, Sudan.