Aircraft destroyed by surface-to-air missiles during flight

1 fatality • Kabul, Afghanistan • Flight

An aircraft was struck by two surface-to-air missiles while en route, resulting in one fatality and five successful bailouts.

What happened

While traveling on its intended route, the aircraft was intercepted and struck by two surface-to-air missiles. Following the impact, an error occurred involving the accidental deployment of the flaps, which caused the aircraft to lose stability and enter an uncontrollable descent.

As the situation deteriorated, five individuals on board managed to exit the aircraft via parachute before it impacted the ground. The crash resulted in a significant post-impact fire. One person, identified as the flight engineer, was unable to escape the wreckage and died in the accident.

Findings

Investigations concluded that the destruction of the aircraft was the direct result of being hit by two surface-to-air missiles during the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft was downed by the impact of two surface-to-air missiles.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1985-12-26 Antonov AN-26 accident near Kabul, Afghanistan?

An aircraft was struck by two surface-to-air missiles while en route, resulting in one fatality and five successful bailouts.

Were there any fatalities in the 1985-12-26 Antonov AN-26 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1985-12-26 involved a Antonov AN-26, registration 22, operated by Soviet Air Force - Voyenno-vozdushnye sily CCCP, at Kabul, Afghanistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?