Aircraft shoot-down near Kandahar Airport

3 fatalities • Kandahar, Afghanistan • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile during its initial climb following departure from Kandahar Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the early stages of flight departing from Kandahar Airport, an aircraft was struck by a surface-to-air missile. The incident occurred while the plane was performing its initial climb immediately after takeoff. The impact triggered a massive explosion upon contact with the airframe.

There were three fatalities among the crew members on board. No other injuries were reported as the destruction of the aircraft was total.

Findings

Investigations into the event concluded that the primary reason for the crash was that the aircraft was shot down by a surface-to-air missile during its ascent.

Probable cause

The aircraft was struck and destroyed by a surface-to-air missile during the climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-06-22 Antonov AN-32 accident near Kandahar, Afghanistan?

An aircraft was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile during its initial climb following departure from Kandahar Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-06-22 Antonov AN-32 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-06-22 involved a Antonov AN-32, operated by Afghan Republican Air Force - Afghan Hanai Qurah, at Kandahar, Afghanistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?