What happened
During a morning training mission, a flight departed from Cairo-Intl Airport with the intention of traveling to Port Said. The flight crew performed four successful touch-and-go maneuvers before commencing a fifth circuit of the airfield.
While on the approach phase of this fifth circuit, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of altitude. During this descent, the aircraft appeared to catch fire, with indications suggesting a possible engine explosion. The aircraft subsequently impacted an open field, where it burst into flames upon contact with the ground.
Findings
- The accident resulted in two fatalities, involving both pilots on board.
- The primary factor in the crash was an apparent mid-air fire or engine explosion during the approach.