Emergency landing of aircraft near Al Mukalla following engine failure

1 fatality • Al Mukalla, Yemen • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft traveling from Aden to Al Mukalla experienced total engine failure during descent, resulting in an emergency desert landing and one fatality.

What happened

A flight originating from Aden was en route to Al Mukalla carrying a total of 49 people, consisting of 44 soldiers and five crew members. During the descent toward Al Mukalla Airport, the aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines. In response to the dual engine failure, the crew performed an emergency landing in a desert region situated approximately 30 km east of the destination airport.

Findings

The impact resulted in one fatality, which was the pilot in command. Among the remaining passengers and crew, 20 individuals were able to exit the aircraft without injuries, while 28 others sustained injuries, seven of which were classified as serious.

Probable cause

The simultaneous failure of both engines during the descent phase led to the emergency landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-08-09 Antonov AN-26 accident near Al Mukalla, Yemen?

An aircraft traveling from Aden to Al Mukalla experienced total engine failure during descent, resulting in an emergency desert landing and one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-08-09 Antonov AN-26 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2005-08-09 involved a Antonov AN-26, operated by Yemeni Air Force, at Al Mukalla, Yemen.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The simultaneous failure of both engines during the descent phase led to the emergency landing.

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