Incident Overview
A military aircraft operating out of Djibouti City collided with the slope of Mount Garbi during a night paratrooper training flight. Mount Garbi, with an elevation of 1,700 meters, is located northwest of Assal Lake. The impact completely destroyed the aircraft. All 36 individuals aboard the flight lost their lives.
Occupants
The 36 deceased occupants comprised a mix of military personnel. The manifest included seven officers, five non-commissioned officers, one Navy officer, and 23 corporals and legionaries. The flight crew consisted of Commander Dalmasso, Commander Couillaud, Captain Taddéï, and Captain Demange.
Accident Circumstances
The aircraft had departed from Djibouti City for a local training mission involving paratroopers. The flight was conducted during nighttime hours. While en route, the aircraft struck the mountainside of Mount Garbi, resulting in the aircraft's total destruction and the loss of all on board.