United Nations humanitarian flight shot down near Saborsko

7 fatalities • Saborsko, Croatia • Flight

A United Nations humanitarian flight crashed in a wooded area in Croatia after being struck by gunfire during its night cruise.

What happened

During a nighttime mission, a humanitarian flight operated on behalf of the United Nations Organization was traveling from Ćoralići to Pula. While the aircraft was in the cruise phase of its flight, it was struck by gunfire. The impact caused the aircraft to crash into a forested region situated near Saborsko, Croatia.

Following the impact, the aircraft was completely destroyed. The accident resulted in seven fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants.

Findings

Investigations into the incident determined that the aircraft was shot down by fire while navigating through the night sky.

Probable cause

The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by gunfire during its cruise phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-07-31 Antonov AN-26 accident near Saborsko, Croatia?

A United Nations humanitarian flight crashed in a wooded area in Croatia after being struck by gunfire during its night cruise.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-07-31 Antonov AN-26 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-07-31 involved a Antonov AN-26, registration UR-26207, operated by Air Ukraine (Avialinii Ukrainy), at Saborsko, Croatia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by gunfire during its cruise phase.

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