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Aircraft loss in Afghanistan due to surface-to-air missile

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On August 13, 1987, an Antonov AN-26 operated by Afghan Republican Air Force - Afghan Hanai Qurah was involved in an aviation accident near Afghanistan, Afghanistan in flight. 12 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by a SAM-7 surface-to-air missile. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-13Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in Afghanistan following an engagement with a SAM-7 missile, resulting in the deaths of all 12 people on board.

What happened

On an unspecified date, an aircraft crashed within the territory of Afghanistan. The incident occurred after the aircraft was struck by a SAM-7 surface-to-air missile. The impact led to the destruction of the aircraft and the subsequent loss of all personnel on board. There were 12 fatalities recorded in the accident, with no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

Official investigations concluded that the primary reason for the crash was that the aircraft was shot down by a surface-to-air missile. The presence of anti-aircraft weaponry in the region contributed to the fatal outcome of the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by a SAM-7 surface-to-air missile.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Aug 1987 Antonov AN-26 accident near Afghanistan, Afghanistan?

An aircraft crashed in Afghanistan following an engagement with a SAM-7 missile, resulting in the deaths of all 12 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Aug 1987 Antonov AN-26 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 12 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Aug 1987 involved an Antonov AN-26, operated by Afghan Republican Air Force - Afghan Hanai Qurah, at Afghanistan, Afghanistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by a SAM-7 surface-to-air missile.

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