Fatal aircraft accident near Agadir, Morocco

8 fatalities • Agadir, Morocco • Flight

An aircraft operating a cargo flight from Dakar to Athens crashed into a mountainside near Agadir, resulting in the deaths of all eight people on board.

What happened

During a night cargo operation, an aircraft traveling from Dakar to Athens via Agadir and Algiers struck terrain in Morocco. The flight was transporting a shipment of fish and was operated by a crew of eight. While flying at an altitude of 9,900 feet, the plane encountered marginal weather conditions. During the cruise phase of the flight, the aircraft impacted a mountain slope situated approximately 80 km northeast of Agadir.

Findings

  • The accident occurred during the night.
  • The flight was operating in marginal weather conditions at the time of the impact.
  • The crash resulted in eight fatalities, with no survivors among the crew members.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying in marginal weather conditions during the night.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-02-07 Antonov AN-12 accident near Agadir, Morocco?

An aircraft operating a cargo flight from Dakar to Athens crashed into a mountainside near Agadir, resulting in the deaths of all eight people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2002-02-07 Antonov AN-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-02-07 involved a Antonov AN-12, registration UR-LIP, operated by Volare Aircompany, at Agadir, Morocco.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying in marginal weather conditions during the night.

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