7 fatalities

1997-06-10: Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 (JU-1020) — MIAT Mongolian Airlines - Mongolyn Irgeniy Agaaryn Teever — Mandalgov, Mongolia

Mandalgov, MongoliaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 10, 1997, a Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 (registration JU-1020) operated by MIAT Mongolian Airlines - Mongolyn Irgeniy Agaaryn Teever was involved in an aviation accident near Mandalgov, Mongolia during landing or approach. 7 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The flight crew lost control of the aircraft after it encountered windshear during the final approach. 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)Primary reportUpdated 1781206042Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed during its final approach to Mandalgov Airport, resulting in seven fatalities and five injuries.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight into Mandalgov Airport, the aircraft experienced a sudden nose-down movement. While flying at an altitude of approximately 30 metres, the plane impacted the ground before reaching the runway threshold.

The accident resulted in seven fatalities among the passengers on board. Additionally, five other occupants sustained injuries during the impact.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the aircraft encountered windshear while on its approach. This meteorological phenomenon led to a total loss of control, causing the aircraft to descend rapidly and strike the ground short of the landing area.

Probable cause

The flight crew lost control of the aircraft after it encountered windshear during the final approach.