Aircraft crash near Kabul during night flight

8 fatalities • Kabul, Afghanistan • Flight

A four-engine aircraft crashed into a rocky mountainside approximately 30 km east of Kabul, resulting in the deaths of all eight crew members on board.

What happened

During a nighttime mission, a four-engine aircraft departed from Bagram Air Force Base, destined for Kabul. The flight was transporting various pieces of equipment on behalf of NATO forces stationed in Pakistan. The aircraft was occupied by a total of 8 crew members at the time of the accident.

While the aircraft was in the cruise phase of its flight, it struck a rocky terrain feature located roughly 30 km east of Kabul. The force of the collision caused the aircraft to disintegrate upon impact. There were 8 fatalities recorded, as all occupants on board perished in the crash.

Findings

No specific findings regarding the underlying cause of the impact were provided in the initial report, though the incident occurred during night operations while the aircraft was navigating the mountainous region near Kabul.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2010-10-12 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Kabul, Afghanistan?

A four-engine aircraft crashed into a rocky mountainside approximately 30 km east of Kabul, resulting in the deaths of all eight crew members on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2010-10-12 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2010-10-12 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 5X-TUC, operated by National Airlines - National Air Cargo, at Kabul, Afghanistan.

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