3 fatalities

Aircraft Crash Near Jalalabad Due to Fuel Exhaustion (YA-BAO)

Jalalabad, AfghanistanLanding (descent or approach)

On September 11, 1995, an Antonov AN-26 (registration YA-BAO) operated by Ariana Afghan Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Jalalabad, Afghanistan during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Fuel exhaustion. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

An aircraft crashed in a field near Jalalabad after both engines failed on final approach. The accident, attributed to fuel exhaustion, resulted in the deaths of three passengers.

Incident Overview

During its final approach to Jalalabad, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical failure when both engines ceased functioning simultaneously. This dual-engine failure compromised the aircraft's ability to maintain lift and forward momentum, leading to an immediate loss of control.

Crash Sequence

Following the engine shutdown, the aircraft entered a stall condition. Unable to recover altitude or speed, the plane descended rapidly and impacted the ground in a field situated a few kilometers short of runway 13. The crash site was located in open terrain adjacent to the airport's approach path.

Casualties and Investigation Findings

The accident resulted in fatal injuries for three passengers on board. Official investigation findings indicate that the simultaneous failure of both engines was not due to mechanical malfunction but rather a consequence of fuel exhaustion. The probable cause is identified as the depletion of fuel reserves, which rendered the aircraft powerless during a critical phase of flight.