Antonov AN-12 crash, May 13, 1977 (9 killed), Beirut Beir...
Antonov AN-12 accident on May 13, 1977 near Beirut Beirut Governorate, Lebanon with 9 fatalities.
- Date: May 13, 1977
- Aircraft: Antonov AN-12
- Location: Beirut Beirut Governorate, Lebanon
- Fatalities: 9
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
A LOT Polish Airlines An-12 cargo flight was on approach to Beirut when it struck power cables and crashed on rocky terraces about 8 km from the runway. The aircraft disintegrated on impact and all nine crew members died. Reports suggest the crew did not respond to several ATC instructions, possibly because of language difficulties.