Beech 200 crash near Huambo, Angola

13 fatalities • Huambo, Angola

A charter flight operating from Luanda crashed in mountainous terrain during an approach to Huambo Aerodrome.

What happened

On January 19, 2008, at 0732 UTC, a Beech 200 operated by Gira-globo Company crashed while performing an approach to land at Huambo Aerodrome in Angola. The flight had originated in Luanda. At the time of the accident, the aircraft was operating under instrument meteorological conditions (IMC).

The aircraft, registration D2-FKK, struck mountainous terrain, resulting in the destruction of the airplane and a post-crash ground fire. There were 13 fatal injuries, involving the pilot, the copilot, and eleven passengers.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Jan 2008 Beech 200 accident near Huambo, Angola?

A charter flight operating from Luanda crashed in mountainous terrain during an approach to Huambo Aerodrome.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Jan 2008 Beech 200 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 13 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Jan 2008 involved a Beech 200, operated by Giraglobo Company, at Huambo, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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