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Aircraft Crash Near Kinshasa-N'Djili Airport (EX-001)

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On September 30, 2017, an Antonov AN-12 (registration EX-001) operated by Congolese Air Force - Force Aérienne de la République Démocratique du Congo was involved in an aviation accident near Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo in flight. 12 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Kinshasa-N'Djili Airport while returning due to technical problems. The aircraft was destroyed and all 12 occupants were killed.

Incident Overview A four-engine aircraft departed Kinshasa-N'Djili Airport on a flight to Bukavu, carrying ammunition and two vehicles. The aircraft was destroyed in the crash, and all 12 occupants were killed. ## Sequence of Events Few minutes after takeoff, the crew reported technical problems and was cleared for an immediate return. Shortly later, the aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent and crashed in a prairie located in Nsele, about 20 km northeast of the airport, bursting into flames. ## Outcome The aircraft was destroyed and all 12 occupants were killed. No specific cause was stated in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Sept 2017 Antonov AN-12 accident near Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A four-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Kinshasa-N'Djili Airport while returning due to technical problems. The aircraft was destroyed and all 12 occupants were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Sept 2017 Antonov AN-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 12 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Sept 2017 involved an Antonov AN-12, registration EX-001, operated by Congolese Air Force - Force Aérienne de la République Démocratique du Congo, at Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.

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