On August 2, 1998, an Antonov AN-32 operated by Afghan Taliban Forces was involved in an aviation accident near Kunduz, Afghanistan during landing or approach. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of control following reports of technical difficulties during the approach phase. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A military supply flight crashed a short distance from the runway at Kunduz Airport following reports of technical difficulties.
What happened
During a scheduled military supply mission, an aircraft was performing its approach to Kunduz Airport. While in the landing phase, the crew transmitted communications indicating that they were experiencing significant technical issues. Shortly thereafter, the flight crew lost control of the aircraft.
The plane impacted the ground a few kilometers before reaching the runway threshold. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were five fatalities among the occupants on board during the accident.
Findings
The crew reported experiencing mechanical or technical malfunctions prior to the loss of control.
The aircraft crashed during the approach phase, failing to reach the runway at Kundusz Airport.
Probable cause
The loss of control following reports of technical difficulties during the approach phase.