Accident Overview
A four-engine aircraft, operating a short cargo flight from Bagram Airfield (Bagram AFB) to Kabul, tragically struck a rocky face approximately 30 kilometers east of Kabul. The accident occurred during night cruising conditions. The aircraft was carrying a load of various equipment on behalf of NATO forces based in Pakistan, along with a crew of 8 members.
Impact and Aftermath
Upon impact with the rocky terrain, the aircraft disintegrated. All 8 occupants on board were killed in the accident. The debris field was consistent with a high-energy collision.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident to be controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). No further details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the CFIT have been released.