Aircraft explosion and crash near Jalalabad Airport

8 fatalities • Jalalabad, Afghanistan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft exploded and crashed during its final approach to Jalalabad Airport, resulting in eight fatalities and several injuries on the ground.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward the runway threshold at Jalalabad Airport, an aircraft underwent an in-flight explosion. The subsequent crash occurred in the vicinity of Kariz Kabir, situated approximately 2 kilometers from the airport's landing strip.

The impact of the accident resulted in eight fatalities among those on board the aircraft. Additionally, the event caused injuries to six people located on the ground near the crash site.

Findings

The provided information indicates that the aircraft underwent an explosion prior to impacting the ground, though specific technical details regarding the origin of the blast were not specified.

Probable cause

The aircraft exploded while on final approach to the airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1983-06-05 Ilyushin II-76 accident near Jalalabad, Afghanistan?

An aircraft exploded and crashed during its final approach to Jalalabad Airport, resulting in eight fatalities and several injuries on the ground.

Were there any fatalities in the 1983-06-05 Ilyushin II-76 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1983-06-05 involved a Ilyushin II-76, operated by Soviet Air Force - Voyenno-vozdushnye sily CCCP, at Jalalabad, Afghanistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft exploded while on final approach to the airport.

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