Incident Overview
Shortly after takeoff from Sana'a International Airport, the flight crew reported technical problems to air traffic control and requested an emergency landing in a wasteland. The aircraft subsequently lost control and crashed into an abandoned market building in the Al-Hasaba District, approximately 9 kilometers south of the airport.
Casualties and Damage
The impact destroyed the abandoned market structure and the aircraft was completely destroyed. All 10 occupants on board were killed. The building was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Aircraft Information
Yemeni officials stated that the aircraft bore the registration 420. However, they noted that no Antonov An-26 aircraft appears to be operated in Yemen under that registration. The specific aircraft type and operator were not confirmed by the source.
Investigation
Authorities began an investigation into the accident. The source does not provide a probable cause for the crash.