Ukrainian AN-12 cargo aircraft fire at Luxor, Egypt

[Finn47]

An Antonov 12 on the way to Ukraine caught fire at the end of the runway while preparing for takeoff today at Luxor, Egypt. 5 crew are reported to have perished. The plane had stopped for refuelling at Luxor on itīs way from Uganda to Ukraine. Ukrainian diplomats say the aircraft actually took off and crashed shortly afterwards, contrary to Egyptian reports.

Five dead in Ukrainian plane fire at Luxor airport - Summary : Middle East World

[Finn47]

Officials at the airport say the aircraft landed at Luxor due to a fuel leak, and the crew was aware of associated risks but decided to attempt takeoff anyway...

RIA Novosti - World - Five killed in Ukrainian An-12 plane blaze in Egypt -2

[an-124]

I have heard that the An-12 that crased was ex Volare.
Can anyone let me know the old UR reg?

[an-124]

Sorry for the hassle, but if anyone can tell me the reg it would be most appreciated.

I flew on a few of the VRE aircraft.
cheers

[Newforest2]

The msn is 6344310 if that is of any help. The following report states that the aircraft was unserviceable and was returning to the factory for repairs.

Notes On A Crash

[GGFFB]

An-124

Its ex ER-AXI, and Ra-11339. Never been UR-

Rgrds

[an-124]

thanks guys

[scottpe]

An124, ever had anything to do with C130s, maybe as a Nav? If not, disregard and apologies!