Cessna 208B crash near Ngorongoro, Tanzania

11 fatalities • Ngorongoro, Tanzania

A passenger flight operated by Coastal Aviation LTD. crashed into terrain near Ngorongoro, resulting in 11 fatalities.

What happened

On November 15, 2017, at approximately 0805 UTC, a Cessna 208B, registration 5H-EGG, crashed near Ngorongly, Tanzania. The aircraft, operated by Coastal Aviation LTD., was performing a passenger flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport (HTKJ) to Seronera Airstrip (HTSN) in Serengeti National Park.

During the flight, the aircraft impacted terrain under IMC (instrument meteorological conditions). The accident resulted in 11 fatal injuries, involving the pilot and 10 passengers.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Nov 2017 CESSNA 208 B accident near Ngorongoro, Tanzania?

A passenger flight operated by Coastal Aviation LTD. crashed into terrain near Ngorongoro, resulting in 11 fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Nov 2017 CESSNA 208 B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 11 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Nov 2017 involved a CESSNA 208 B, operated by Coastal Aviation LTD., at Ngorongoro, Tanzania.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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