Aircraft overrun and crash at Bamyan Airport

13 fatalities • Bamyan, Afghanistan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed into a ravine after failing to stop during its landing roll at Bamyan Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities.

What happened

During an arrival at Bamyan Airport, the aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently before the end of the runway. Unable to halt within the available runway length, the plane overran the landing surface and departed the airfield. The aircraft subsequently struck a ravine.

As a result of the impact, there were 13 fatalities and 2 survivors. The incident occurred during the landing phase of the flight.

Findings

  • The aircraft was unable to come to a complete stop within the remaining runway distance.
  • The crash was caused by the inability to stop the aircraft before the runway ended.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length, leading to an overrun and subsequent collision with a ravine.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1997-08-21 Antonov AN-32 accident near Bamyan, Afghanistan?

An aircraft crashed into a ravine after failing to stop during its landing roll at Bamyan Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1997-08-21 Antonov AN-32 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 13 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-08-21 involved a Antonov AN-32, operated by Afghan Antitaliban Alliance, at Bamyan, Afghanistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length, leading to an overrun and subsequent collision with a ravine.

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