No fatalities

2009-02-24: Lockheed C-130 Hercules (1272) — Egyptian Air Force and Air Defence Command — Egypt, Egypt

Egypt, EgyptLanding (descent or approach)

On February 24, 2009, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 1272) operated by Egyptian Air Force and Air Defence Command was involved in an aviation accident near Egypt, Egypt during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the crash during the landing phase remains unknown. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781196854Data APIEditorial standards

A dual-registered aircraft sustained heavy damage after crashing during a night training operation at an Egyptian airbase.

What happened

During a night-time training flight at an airbase located in Egypt, an aircraft crashed while performing landing maneuvers. The flight was specifically engaged in a series of touch-and-go operations when the incident occurred. The impact during the landing phase resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Despite the severity of the damage to the airframe, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among the crew. The aircraft involved carried the dual registration SU-BAC and 1272.

Findings

The specific sequence of events leading to the crash remains undetermined, as the circumstances surrounding the impact are currently unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the crash during the landing phase remains unknown.