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Sudanese Military Plane Crash Kills 46 in Omdurman

The Antonov aircraft crashed during takeoff, killing military officers, civilians, and children, with investigations ongoing into the cause.

FILE - An Antonov An-26 military transport aircraft takes off during training flights at the Nikolaevka aviation garrison of the Russia's Pacific naval fleet in Primorye Territory, Russia.
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Overview

  • A Sudanese military Antonov plane crashed in Omdurman, near the Wadi Sayidna air base, killing at least 46 people, including women, children, and senior military officers.
  • The crash occurred during takeoff and caused significant damage to homes in the densely populated Karrari district, with 10 others injured.
  • Officials have cited technical failure as the likely cause, though the exact reason remains under investigation by the Sudanese military.
  • The crash highlights Sudan's poor aviation safety record and comes during a prolonged civil conflict between the military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
  • The ongoing war in Sudan, which began in 2023, has caused extensive devastation, with tens of thousands killed and millions displaced.