YU-AHR

We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.

Safety history

  • March 19, 1972AccidentHull loss

    While approaching Aden Airport in limited visibility, the airplane struck the slope of Mt Shamsan located about 5 km south of runway 08 threshold. The aircraft disintegrated on impact and all 30 occupants have been killed. At the time of the accident, weather conditions were considered as marginal with limited visibility. For unknown reason, the crew was attempting to land under VFR mode. Probable cause (official findings): Controlled flight into terrain.

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