Accident Overview
On an unspecified date, an aircraft departed Tamanrasset on a flight to Constantine, transporting soldiers and their family members. The crew initiated the descent to Constantine-Mohamed Boudiaf Airport Runway 34. Weather conditions at the time were poor, with wind gusting to 28 knots and light snow.
Sequence of Events
During the descent, the crew descended too low. The aircraft subsequently impacted the slope of Mt Djebel Ta Fertas, located near Aïn Kercha, approximately 30 km south of Constantine Airport. The collision resulted in one passenger being injured and 76 other occupants killed.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was controlled flight into terrain.