What happened
During a nighttime approach to Yerevan, an aircraft was engaged in a humanitarian mission to deliver essential supplies, including first aid kits, medical personnel, and various relief goods for earthquake victims. While on short final approach, the aircraft descended too low and struck the ground several hundred meters before reaching the runway.
The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There were seven fatalities among the crew members on board.
Findings
Investigations into the accident suggest that the flight was operating at an inadequate altitude during its approach to the airport. This descent was attributed to incorrect information provided to the crew by Air Traffic Control (ATC).