Fatal aircraft accident near King Hussein Air Base

13 fatalities • King Hussein AFB (Mafraq), Jordan • Flight

A four-engine training aircraft crashed near King Hussein Air Base during a local mission, resulting in the deaths of all 13 people on board.

What happened

During a local training flight conducted for the Jordan Special Forces, a four-engine aircraft experienced a sudden loss of control. The flight was operating at an altitude of approximately 1,000 feet near King Hussein Air Base when the aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent.

As the plane descended toward the ground, the crew attempted an emergency maneuver to steer clear of overhead power cables. Despite these efforts, the aircraft struck the ground, resulting in a massive explosion. There were 13 fatalities and no survivors among the occupants.

Findings

Initial reports indicate that the crew encountered unidentified technical issues during the flight, which led to the loss of control and the subsequent crash.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent due to unidentified technical malfunctions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-07-25 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near King Hussein AFB (Mafraq), Jordan?

A four-engine training aircraft crashed near King Hussein Air Base during a local mission, resulting in the deaths of all 13 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-07-25 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 13 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-07-25 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 348, operated by Royal Jordanian Air Force, at King Hussein AFB (Mafraq), Jordan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent due to unidentified technical malfunctions.

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