What happened
During the landing sequence at Kandahar Airport, the number one engine of the aircraft experienced an explosion. This mechanical failure immediately resulted in an active fire. The flight crew managed to bring the aircraft to a complete stop on the airfield, preventing further uncontrolled movement.
Following the stoppage, the crew initiated emergency procedures to allow for the evacuation of all passengers and crew members from the cabin. While the evacuation was successful, the aircraft sustained significant damage due to the blaze. Specifically, the fire impacted the left wing and the wing root area of the plane.
Findings
- The primary event was an explosion within the number one engine.
- The fire caused structural damage to the left wing and the wing root.