What happened
A cargo mission traveling from Riyan to Aden, which included a scheduled stop in Al Furt, resulted in an aviation accident during the landing phase. While approaching runway 35, the pilot identified a large group of birds positioned near the start of the runway. To avoid potential bird strikes, the pilot executed a right-hand downwind pattern to transition into a short base approach.
During the final stages of the approach, the single engine airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall. The aircraft subsequently crashed, resulting in the total destruction of the airframe. The pilot, who was the only person on board, sustained serious injuries during the impact.
Findings
Investigations into the accident identified several contributing elements to the loss of control. The primary factor was inappropriate flight technique utilized during the maneuver. Specifically, the final turn of the approach was performed at a speed lower than the required lift speed. Additionally, investigators noted that turbulence and windshear may have played a role in the aircraft's stall.