What happened
During the takeoff phase of flight, an aircraft experienced a loss of control shortly after departing the runway. The incident occurred while the plane was climbing through a heavy sandstorm. The aircraft subsequently crashed in the vicinity of the runway's end.
There were 30 people on board during the accident. The crash resulted in 14 fatalities and 16 individuals were successfully rescued from the wreckage. Among the deceased were 13 high-ranking Army officers and the vice-minister of Defence, Ibrahim Shamsul-Din.
Findings
- The aircraft was operating in severe sandstorm conditions during its climb.
- The crew lost control of the aircraft immediately following liftoff.