In a recent incident at Mogadishu International Airport (HCMM), Somalia, a Halla Airlines Embraer EMB-120 Brasilia aircraft (registration: 6O-AAD) was involved in a landing accident. While the aircraft sustained severe damage, all 30 passengers and 4 crew members on board managed to escape with only minor injuries. The incident has sparked investigations into the cause of the accident, and the Somali aviation authority is actively pursuing the case.

The Landing Accident

On a routine flight from Garowe to Mogadishu, the Halla Airlines EMB-120 veered off the runway during landing, colliding with obstacles and coming to rest on uneven ground. As a result, the aircraft exited the runway, causing damage to the cockpit section and destroying both propellers. The severity of the impact caused the fuselage to break behind the cockpit. However, it is fortunate that no lives were lost in this incident.

Despite the significant damage to the aircraft, all passengers and crew members managed to escape the wreckage with only minor injuries. Eyewitnesses reported that emergency services were swift in their response, providing immediate medical attention and ensuring the safety of those on board. The survivors were fortunate to escape what could have been a far more tragic outcome.

Limited Information on Halla Airlines

Halla Airlines is a relatively lesser-known airline, with limited information available about its operations. According to CH Aviation, a reliable aeronautical data portal, Halla Airlines is listed to operate an Embraer EMB-120 with registration 6O-AAB, along with a Boeing 737-200 under wet lease. However, the crashed aircraft, 6O-AAD, was not mentioned in the available data. The airline’s official website lacks fleet information, and its destination offerings are limited to previous years.

As of now, the cause of the accident remains unknown, and investigations are underway to determine the factors that led to the landing incident. The Somali aviation authority is actively engaged in assessing the circumstances surrounding the crash. The authorities have emphasized the importance of a thorough investigation to prevent such accidents in the future and to enhance aviation safety in the region.