What happened
During a nighttime approach to Béchar Airport, an aircraft struck the ground in a desert area situated approximately 15 km from the runway threshold. The impact occurred while the flight was in its final approach phase. The accident resulted in 14 fatalities among the passengers. Additionally, nine other individuals on board sustained injuries, a group that included all three members of the flight crew.
Findings
Investigations into the crash identified several contributing elements related to flight operations and cockpit management. The incident was driven by inadequate approach planning and a failure by the crew to adhere to established procedures. Furthermore, investigators noted a lack of effective coordination among the crew members and issues stemming from crew fatigue. A potential technical issue involving a possible malfunction of the captain's altimeter was also identified as a contributing factor to the low altitude at the time of impact.