On November 10, 2008, an Antonov AN-12 (registration UR-PLV) operated by Veteran Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Pointe-Noire, Congo during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed that the fire started in the cargo bay near a generator. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
Minutes after takeoff, a cargo fire prompted an emergency declaration. The aircraft returned and landed, but was destroyed by fire. All six occupants escaped uninjured.
Incident Overview
Shortly after departing from Pointe-Noire Airport, the flight crew contacted air traffic control to declare an emergency following a fire that had broken out in the cargo compartment. The aircraft was approximately 80 kilometers from the airport at the time of the declaration.
The crew executed a return and landed the aircraft on the main runway. After coming to a stop, the aircraft was engulfed in flames. All six persons on board evacuated without injury. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the fire.
Probable Cause
According to the official investigation, it is believed that the fire originated in the cargo bay near a generator.
What happened in the 10 Nov 2008 Antonov AN-12 accident near Pointe-Noire, Congo?
Minutes after takeoff, a cargo fire prompted an emergency declaration. The aircraft returned and landed, but was destroyed by fire. All six occupants escaped uninjured.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 Nov 2008 Antonov AN-12 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Nov 2008 involved an Antonov AN-12, registration UR-PLV, operated by Veteran Airlines, at Pointe-Noire, Congo.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
It is believed that the fire started in the cargo bay near a generator.
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