4 fatalities

1990-02-08: Lockheed C-130 Hercules — Sudanese Air Force - Al Quwwat al-Jawwiya As-Sudaniya — Sudan, Sudan

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On February 8, 1990, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules operated by Sudanese Air Force - Al Quwwat al-Jawwiya As-Sudaniya was involved in an aviation accident near Sudan, Sudan in flight. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by gunfire. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781213199Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in Sudan following being struck by gunfire, leading to at least four deaths.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred within the territory of Sudan when an unidentified aircraft was brought down during flight. The incident involved the aircraft being targeted and shot down, which resulted in a crash in the region.

According to available reports, the impact of the event led to a significant loss of life. There were at least four fatalities recorded as a result of the crash.

Findings

Official investigations into the circumstances of the crash have concluded that the primary reason for the destruction of the aircraft was that it was shot down by external fire.

Probable cause

The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by gunfire.