Fatal aircraft crash in Islamabad suburb

19 fatalities • Islamabad, Pakistan • Flight

A twin-engine training aircraft crashed into a residential area near Chaklala-Nur Khan AFB, resulting in multiple fatalities on the ground and aboard the plane.

What happened

A training mission conducted from Chaklala-Nur Khan AFB ended in a catastrophic accident when a twin engine airplane lost control during its flight. The aircraft was operating a local training mission with a total of five crew members on board at the time of the incident.

While in flight, the aircraft deviated from its intended path and descended into the suburb of Mora Kalu, situated approximately 10 km south of the airfield in Islamabad. Upon impact, the plane struck several residential structures, triggering a massive fire that consumed both the aircraft and the impacted buildings. The collision and subsequent blaze resulted in 19 fatalities, comprising all five crew members and 14 individuals residing on the ground. The wreckage and several homes were completely destroyed by the impact and fire.

Findings

The crash occurred when the aircraft went out of control during the flight phase, leading to the impact with the residential area.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during a local training flight, leading to a fatal impact with residential buildings.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2019-07-30 Beechcraft 350 Super King Air accident near Islamabad, Pakistan?

A twin-engine training aircraft crashed into a residential area near Chaklala-Nur Khan AFB, resulting in multiple fatalities on the ground and aboard the plane.

Were there any fatalities in the 2019-07-30 Beechcraft 350 Super King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 19 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2019-07-30 involved a Beechcraft 350 Super King Air, registration 766, operated by Pakistan Air Force - Pakistan Fiza'ya, at Islamabad, Pakistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during a local training flight, leading to a fatal impact with residential buildings.

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