Introduction
A cargo aircraft operating a flight for the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) was involved in an accident at Mogadishu-Aden Abdulle Airport. The aircraft had departed on a cargo flight to Beledweyne with four crew members and various goods.
The Incident
Shortly after takeoff, the crew informed air traffic control about hydraulic problems and received clearance to return to the airport. After touching down on runway 05, the aircraft went out of control, veered off the runway to the right, and collided with a concrete wall. The impact destroyed the cockpit.
Injuries
Two crew members sustained slight injuries, while both pilots suffered serious injuries.
Investigation
An investigation was conducted to determine the circumstances of the accident. The aircraft was assessed and found not to be in an airworthy and serviceable condition.
Probable Cause
The official findings identified the root cause of the accident as the failure of the hydraulic system. A contributory factor was the lack of steering control and braking. Additionally, the aircraft was considered not to be in an airworthy and serviceable condition, which contributed to the accident.