Accident Sequence
While cruising from Cairo to Entebbe at an altitude of 9,500 feet, the aircraft's engine number two caught fire. The crew feathered the propeller and attempted to extinguish the fire, but their efforts were unsuccessful. As the fire could not be contained, the captain decided to reduce altitude and attempt an emergency landing.
Emergency Landing
The aircraft performed a belly landing in a sandy area near El Badary, approximately 30 kilometers south of Asyut. Upon landing, the aircraft came to rest in flames.
Evacuation
All 67 occupants evacuated the aircraft safely. The aircraft was subsequently completely destroyed by fire.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was a heavy fuel leak from a sheared or cracked fuel pressure pipe, which was ignited by sparks from the generator.