Aircraft crash near Bir Fadel, Yemen

17 fatalities • Aden-Khormaksar, Yemen • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed near the Bir Fadel district while approaching Aden-Khormaksar Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During an approach to Aden-Khormaksar Airport, an aircraft crashed in the vicinity of the Bir Fadel district. The flight had originated from Hadibu in the Socotra Islands. At the time of the impact, the specific circumstances surrounding the descent were not immediately determined.

There were 17 fatalities recorded in the accident, with no survivors reported among the occupants. The aircraft was in the approach phase of flight when the incident occurred.

Findings

The exact cause of the crash remains unknown, as the specific factors leading to the impact near Bir Fadel have not yet been established by investigators.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1999-08-14 Antonov accident near Aden-Khormaksar, Yemen?

An aircraft crashed near the Bir Fadel district while approaching Aden-Khormaksar Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1999-08-14 Antonov accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 17 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1999-08-14 involved a Antonov, operated by Yemeni Air Force, at Aden-Khormaksar, Yemen.

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