Beech 1900C crash near Rumbek, South Sudan

20 fatalities • Rumbek, Sudan

A chartered Beech 1900C crashed near Rumbek, South Sudan, following a dual engine power loss.

What happened

On May 2, 2008, at approximately 0710 UTC, a chartered Beech 1900C, registration 5Y-FLE, crashed near Rumbek, South Sudan. The flight, operated by Flex Air Cargo Unlimited of Nairobi, Kenya, had departed from Wau, South Sudan, and was en route to Juba, South Sudan, with a scheduled stop in Rumbek.

During the flight, the aircraft experienced a loss of power in both engines. The subsequent impact resulted in the destruction of the airplane and a post-crash fire. There were 20 fatal injuries, involving the two crew members and 18 passengers.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 May 2008 Beech 1900C accident near Rumbek, Sudan?

A chartered Beech 1900C crashed near Rumbek, South Sudan, following a dual engine power loss.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 May 2008 Beech 1900C accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 20 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 May 2008 involved a Beech 1900C, operated by Flex Air Cargo Unlimited, at Rumbek, Sudan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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