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2017-08-28: Antonov AN-26 (EK-26006) — Coco Aviation — Maban, South Sudan

Maban, South SudanLanding (descent or approach)

On August 28, 2017, an Antonov AN-26 (registration EK-26006) operated by Coco Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Maban, South Sudan during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781191745Data APIEditorial standards

After landing on runway 33 at Maban Airport, the airplane overran the runway, lost its undercarriage, and caught fire. All crew members evacuated safely. The aircraft was destroyed by post-crash fire. The flight was a cargo operation for UNHCR.

Incident Description

After touchdown on runway 33 at Maban Airport in South Sudan, the airplane was unable to stop within the remaining distance and overran the runway. During the overrun, the aircraft lost its undercarriage and came to rest. The airplane then burst into flames.

Post-Crash Fire

The post-crash fire completely destroyed the aircraft. Despite the intensity of the fire, all crew members aboard were able to evacuate safely without reported injury.

Flight Details

The crew was completing a cargo flight on behalf of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). No information on the aircraft type, registration, or date of the incident was provided in the source.

Evacuation

All crew members evacuated the aircraft safely after it came to rest. The source does not specify the number of crew or any injuries.

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