On January 20, 2014, a PZL-Mielec AN-28 (registration UP-A2805) operated by Private Ukrainian was involved in an aviation accident near Addis Ababa, Ethiopia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced engine malfunctions that led to a crash during an emergency approach. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field in Legedadi while attempting an emergency landing following engine malfunctions.
What happened
While operating within Ethiopian airspace, the crew of a twin-engine aircraft encountered mechanical difficulties involving the engines. After notifying Air Traffic Control of the engine issues, the flight was granted permission to divert to Addis Ababa-Bole Airport to perform an emergency landing.
During the approach phase of the flight, the aircraft went down in an open field situated in the Legedadi area, approximately 20 km northeast of the destination airport. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. Both the pilot and the co-pilot sustained serious injuries during the accident.
Findings
The crew reported engine problems prior to the diversion attempt.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced engine malfunctions that led to a crash during an emergency approach.