7 fatalities

2005-06-02: Antonov AN-24 (ST-WAL) — Marsland Aviation — Khartoum, Sudan

Khartoum, SudanTakeoff (climb)

On June 2, 2005, an Antonov AN-24 (registration ST-WAL) operated by Marsland Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Khartoum, Sudan during takeoff. 7 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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During takeoff roll at Khartoum-Haj Yusuf Airport, the left engine caught fire and exploded. The captain rejected takeoff and initiated emergency braking. The aircraft overran the runway, came to rest past the end, and burst into flames. Three passengers were killed; all other occupants were rescued. Four survivors, including a stewardess, died from injuries the following day.

Incident

During the takeoff roll at Khartoum-Haj Yusuf Airport, the left engine of the aircraft caught fire and exploded. The captain immediately rejected the takeoff and applied emergency braking procedures. Despite these efforts, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance. It overran the runway end, coming to rest a few dozen metres past it, and subsequently burst into flames.

Fatalities and Rescue

Three passengers were killed in the initial fire and impact. All other occupants were successfully rescued from the aircraft. However, the following day, four survivors—including a stewardess—succumbed to injuries sustained in the accident.

Aftermath

The aircraft was destroyed by fire after the overrun. Emergency services responded to the scene to extinguish the blaze and provide medical assistance to the injured. The exact sequence of events leading to the engine fire and explosion remains under investigation by the relevant authorities.