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Fatal Charter Flight Crash Near Saveh (5-8815)

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On April 26, 1992, a Fokker F27 Friendship (registration 5-8815) operated by Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force was involved in an aviation accident near Saveh, Iran in flight. 39 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A charter aircraft crashed near Saveh during a flight from Bandar-e Mahshahr to Tehran in severe weather, killing all 39 people on board.

Incident Overview and Route Details The accident involved a commercial charter flight operating between Bandar-e Mahshahr and Tehran. The aircraft was transporting personnel on behalf of the National Petrochemical Company. At the time of the incident, the flight was carrying 35 passengers and 4 crew members, for a total of 39 occupants. ## Weather Conditions and Loss of Control The source indicates that the aircraft was cruising in very bad weather conditions when the accident occurred. During this phase of flight, the aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent. The descent culminated in a crash near the city of Saveh. ## Casualties The impact resulted in the deaths of all 39 individuals aboard the aircraft. There were no survivors among the passengers or crew members.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Apr 1992 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Saveh, Iran?

A charter aircraft crashed near Saveh during a flight from Bandar-e Mahshahr to Tehran in severe weather, killing all 39 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Apr 1992 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 39 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Apr 1992 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration 5-8815, operated by Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force, at Saveh, Iran.