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C-160 at UN service on a dirt track in Somalia; no one was injured in the accident
By: Rafael Ramos
On: 11/3/2021
C-160 that caught fire
Image: Twitter
The Transporter Allianz C-160 plane, which carried equipment for the United Nations World Food Program, left Mogadishu, capital of Somalia, bound for Dolow Airport, in the province of Gedo. After landing on the main runway, which is dirt, and the crew disembarking, the plane was consumed by flames.
The reason for the fire is still unknown. The accident happened today, and as of this writing, there are no reports of injuries. Local authorities also did not comment on the accident.
The C-160, registration EY-360, was manufactured in 1985 and was completely destroyed by fire.
Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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