Aircraft crash during emergency diversion near Addis Ababa

No fatalities • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia • Landing (descent or approach)

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.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2014-01-20 PZL-Mielec AN-28 accident near Addis Ababa, Ethiopia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field in Legedadi while attempting an emergency landing following engine malfunctions.

Were there any fatalities in the 2014-01-20 PZL-Mielec AN-28 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2014-01-20 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-28, registration UP-A2805, operated by Private Ukrainian, at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced engine malfunctions that led to a crash during an emergency approach.

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