Incident Overview
Date: Wednesday 19 April 2023
Aircraft Type: Boeing 737-33A (SF)
Owner/operator: Asia Cargo Airlines
Registration Number: PK-YGW
Location: Khartoum International Airport (KRT) –
ÿ Sudan
Phase of Flight: Standing
Status: Destroyed, written off
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 0
Component Affected: The aircraft is reportedly damaged beyond repair.The aircraft is reportedly damaged beyond repair.
Category: Other
On April 15, 2023, a conflict erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The RSF launched an attack on multiple SAF bases across the country, particularly in Khartoum, leading to ongoing fighting.On April 15, 2023, a conflict erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The RSF launched an attack on multiple SAF bases across the country, particularly in Khartoum, leading to ongoing fighting.
Description
An armed conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) began on 15 April 2023 when the RSF launched an attack on multiple SAF bases across the country, including in the capital Khartoum. Fighting continued in the following days. This aircraft was reportedly damaged beyond repair by April 19.
Primary Cause
The conflict is likely triggered by a dispute between the SAF and RSF, potentially involving territorial claims or political tensions.The conflict is likely triggered by a dispute between the SAF and RSF, potentially involving territorial claims or political tensions.Share on:
