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Cargo Aircraft Crash Lands After Bird Strike Near Payam Airport (EK-46741)

Payam, IranTakeoff (climb)

On March 28, 2006, an Antonov AN-12 (registration EK-46741) operated by Phoenix Avia was involved in an aviation accident near Payam, Iran during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of engines n°1, 3 and 4 following birdstrike during initial climb. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo aircraft crash landed in a field 5 km from Payam Airport after declaring an emergency due to technical problems with three engines following a bird strike. All 12 occupants escaped with minor injuries.

Incident Details

A cargo aircraft operating a flight from Payam Airport to Sharjah experienced technical problems with three engines shortly after takeoff during the initial climb. The crew declared an emergency and was cleared for an immediate return to the airport. However, the captain realized that the aircraft could not reach the runway and attempted an emergency landing.

Crash and Aftermath

The aircraft crash landed in a field located 5 km from Payam Airport. Upon impact, the aircraft broke into several pieces and burst into flames. All 12 occupants on board escaped with minor injuries.

Probable Cause

According to official findings, the probable cause of the accident was the failure of engines number 1, 3, and 4 following a bird strike during the initial climb.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Mar 2006 Antonov AN-12 accident near Payam, Iran?

A cargo aircraft crash landed in a field 5 km from Payam Airport after declaring an emergency due to technical problems with three engines following a bird strike. All 12 occupants escaped with minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Mar 2006 Antonov AN-12 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Mar 2006 involved an Antonov AN-12, registration EK-46741, operated by Phoenix Avia, at Payam, Iran.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Failure of engines n°1, 3 and 4 following birdstrike during initial climb.

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