Aircraft crash landing near Iraqi airport

No fatalities • Iraq, Iraq • Landing (descent or approach)

An unidentified aircraft crashed during its final approach to an airport in Iraq after a wing made contact with the ground.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight toward an airport located within Iraq, an aircraft experienced a sudden loss of stability. As the plane descended, one of the wings made impact with the terrain. This contact resulted in a crash landing at a location short of the designated runway.

At this time, there is no official confirmation regarding the status of those on board. The fate of the occupant remains unknown following the impact.

Findings

Initial reports indicate that the sequence of events was initiated when a wing struck the ground during the approach to the airfield.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground with a wing during its final approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1982-04-22 Antonov AN-24 accident near Iraq, Iraq?

An unidentified aircraft crashed during its final approach to an airport in Iraq after a wing made contact with the ground.

Were there any fatalities in the 1982-04-22 Antonov AN-24 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1982-04-22 involved a Antonov AN-24, registration YI-AEO, operated by Iraqi Airways, at Iraq, Iraq.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground with a wing during its final approach to the runway.

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