A Libyan military Antonov An-32 transport aircraft, registration 5A-AEL, was involved in a landing incident at Benghazi Benina International Airport on 12 July 2026 after experiencing a left main landing gear malfunction that prevented the gear from deploying. The crew carried out an emergency landing, successfully bringing the aircraft to the ground without any reported injuries or fatalities among those on board. The aircraft sustained minor damage during the gear-up landing, and emergency response teams were deployed to secure the aircraft and runway. The incident highlights the importance of crew training and emergency procedures in safely managing landing gear failures on military transport operations, with an investigation expected to determine the cause of the mechanical malfunction.
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