What happened
During a cargo operation for the African Union Mission to Somalia (AMISOM), an aircraft arrived at Beledweyne-Haji-Sheikh Mahmud Hasan (Ugas Khalif) Airport. The flight, which had originated from Djibouti City and was reportedly transporting food supplies, experienced a loss of control immediately after touching down.
Following the landing, the aircraft veered off the runway and collided with several earth mounds. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames. Despite the intensity of the fire, all three crew members successfully evacuated the wreckage. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the resulting blaze.
Findings
- The aircraft lost control during the landing phase.
- Collision with earth mounds led to the post-landing fire.