Aircraft crash near Kohat during descent

17 fatalities • Kohat, Pakistan • Landing (descent or approach)

A flight from Islamabad crashed into a mountainside during its approach to Kohat, resulting in the loss of all 17 people on board.

What happened

A flight traveling from Islamabad to Kohat crashed while performing its descent into the destination airport. The aircraft was carrying a total of 17 people, consisting of eight crew members and nine passengers. During the approach, the aircraft was flying at an altitude of approximately 3,000 feet when it collided with a mountain slope located roughly 27 km from the Kohat airport.

The impact caused the aircraft to disintegrate. There were 17 fatalities recorded, representing the entire occupancy of the flight. The passenger manifest included a high-ranking military delegation traveling to the airbase for an annual inspection.

Findings

The flight crew encountered poor visibility during the descent phase.
The collision occurred at an altitude of 3,000 feet due to the aircraft striking terrain while navigating through low-visibility conditions.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountainside during descent while the crew was operating in conditions of poor visibility.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-02-20 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Kohat, Pakistan?

A flight from Islamabad crashed into a mountainside during its approach to Kohat, resulting in the loss of all 17 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-02-20 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 17 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-02-20 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration 10254, operated by Pakistan Air Force - Pakistan Fiza'ya, at Kohat, Pakistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?