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Aircraft Crash Lands at Talil AFB After Engine Shutdown and Landing Gear Issues (ER-AZZ)

Talil AFB (Imam Ali), IraqLanding (descent or approach)

On March 23, 2006, an Antonov AN-24 (registration ER-AZZ) operated by Valan International Cargo Charter - Valan ICC was involved in an aviation accident near Talil AFB (Imam Ali), Iraq during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

On approach to Talil AFB, an engine control system failure forced a crew to shut down one engine. Nose gear could not be lowered, leading to a go-around; main gear could not retract, prompting an emergency landing. The aircraft crash landed in an unpaved area; all occupants escaped uninjured.

Event Overview

On approach to Talil Air Force Base, the crew of an aircraft encountered a failure of the engine control system, which forced the shutdown of one engine. The incident occurred during the landing phase.

Sequence of Events

While on approach, the nose landing gear could not be lowered. The crew initiated a go-around. During the go-around, the main landing gears could not be retracted. The captain then decided to attempt an emergency landing. The aircraft crash landed in an unpaved area of the airfield and came to rest.

Aftermath

All occupants evacuated the aircraft without injury. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.

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