No fatalities

2024-03-19: Antonov AN-26 (AVIONS-401) — South Sudan Air Force — Yida, South Sudan

Yida, South SudanLanding (descent or approach)

On March 19, 2024, an Antonov AN-26 (registration AVIONS-401) operated by South Sudan Air Force was involved in an aviation accident near Yida, South Sudan during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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An aircraft operated by the South Sudan Air Force crashed on landing at Yida Airfield due to left main gear collapse, resulting in total destruction by fire and three minor injuries among the seven occupants.

Accident Details

An airplane operated by the South Sudan Air Force (also known as the South Sudan People's Defense Forces) was conducting a flight from Juba Airport to Yida Airfield. The aircraft departed Juba at 0618 local time with three passengers and a crew of four on board. Upon initiating the approach to Yida, visibility was limited due to haze and fog. The landing was attempted on a dirt runway.

During the landing rollout, the left main landing gear apparently collapsed. The airplane subsequently went out of control and came to rest, whereupon it burst into flames.

Rescue and Injuries

All seven occupants were rescued from the aircraft. Among them, three individuals sustained minor injuries. The exact nature of the injuries was not specified.

Damage

The airplane was totally destroyed by the ensuing fire.

No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or the exact date of the occurrence were provided in the source.