Fatal aircraft impact in Hangayn Nuruu Mountain Range

32 fatalities • Mt Marz, Mongolia • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside during its descent to Ölgii Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During an approach to Ölgii Airport, an aircraft crashed into the side of Mt Marz, which is situated within the Hangayn Nuruu Mountain Range. The incident occurred while the crew was performing a descent into the airfield. Upon striking the mountain slope, the aircraft suffered a total structural breakup.

There were 32 fatalities recorded as a result of the impact, with no survivors reported among the occupants.

Findings

At the time of the accident, the crew was operating in poor weather conditions. The environmental visibility or atmospheric state during the descent contributed to the aircraft making contact with the terrain.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope during descent while operating in adverse weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-04-23 Antonov AN-26 accident near Mt Marz, Mongolia?

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside during its descent to Ölgii Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-04-23 Antonov AN-26 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 32 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-04-23 involved a Antonov AN-26, registration BNMAU-14102, operated by MIAT Mongolian Airlines - Mongolyn Irgeniy Agaaryn Teever, at Mt Marz, Mongolia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?