Incident Overview
A surface-to-air missile struck an aircraft shortly after takeoff from Menongue Airport, impacting engine number 4 during the initial climb. The crew received clearance for an immediate return to the airport. However, the right wing caught fire, and both right engines, numbers 3 and 4, became inoperative.
Approach and Landing
The crew conducted an unstabilized approach. Despite this, they were able to land the aircraft. Due to inoperative hydraulic systems, the aircraft could not be stopped within the remaining runway distance. It overran the runway, lost its undercarriage, and came to rest a few dozen meters beyond.
Occupants and Damage
All seven occupants on board escaped with minor injuries. The aircraft was destroyed as a result of the incident.
Official Findings
The probable cause of the accident was determined to be the aircraft being shot down by a surface-to-air missile.