Aircraft crash near Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo

6 fatalities • Sake, Democratic Republic of Congo • Flight

An aircraft crashed in hilly terrain near Sake shortly after attempting an emergency return to Goma following an engine malfunction.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Goma Airport for a flight destined for Kisangani, the crew of the aircraft reported an issue regarding one of the engines to air traffic control. In response to this mechanical failure, the flight was authorized to perform an emergency landing back at Goma.

During the attempt to return to the airport, the aircraft experienced a loss of altitude. The plane struck trees while flying over hilly terrain situated approximately 20 km northwest of Goma, in the vicinity of Sake. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There were 6 fatalities among the occupants on board.

Findings

  • The crew identified an engine problem during the initial climb phase of the flight.
  • The descent into the hilly landscape occurred during the emergency return procedure.

Probable cause

An engine malfunction led to a loss of altitude and subsequent impact with terrain during an emergency return to Goma.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2006-07-07 Antonov AN-12 accident near Sake, Democratic Republic of Congo?

An aircraft crashed in hilly terrain near Sake shortly after attempting an emergency return to Goma following an engine malfunction.

Were there any fatalities in the 2006-07-07 Antonov AN-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2006-07-07 involved a Antonov AN-12, registration 9Q-CVT, operated by Mango Airlines, at Sake, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine malfunction led to a loss of altitude and subsequent impact with terrain during an emergency return to Goma.

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