Sudan Air Force Il-76 Crash

On December 9, 2025, a Sudanese Air Force Ilyushin Il-76 cargo plane crashed while attempting to land at the Osman Digna Air Base in Port Sudan. The heavy-lift transport aircraft suffered a critical technical failure during its approach, resulting in the total loss of the airframe and the deaths of all crew members on board. This incident represents a significant reduction in the Sudanese military's logistics and transport capabilities during its ongoing conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The loss underscores the technical and maintenance challenges facing the Sudanese Air Force's fleet amid high-tempo military operations.