What happened
During the initial takeoff roll at Tamanrasset Airport, the right engine of the aircraft suffered a mechanical failure. The loss of power occurred with insufficient runway remaining to complete an aborted takeoff. Following the departure from the runway, the crew attempted to navigate away from the rough terrain by executing a left turn in an effort to return to the airport.
While attempting to gain altitude to clear a significant rocky hill, the aircraft entered a stall and struck the top of the formation. The impact resulted in a crash landing within a rocky area. During the sequence of events, the right engine was sheared from its mount and landed behind the wreckage. Additionally, the left engine detached from the wing, passed through or partially under the fuselage, and came to rest behind the right wing.
Findings
- The aircraft experienced an engine failure during the takeoff phase.
- The crew attempted a return to the airport following the loss of power.
- The collision with terrain was caused by an aerodynamic stall while attempting to clear an obstacle.