Accident Overview
A four-engine cargo aircraft operating a flight from Kisangani to Bukavu with an intermediate stop in Goma overran the runway upon landing at its destination. The aircraft was carrying three passengers, five crew members, and a load consisting of 18 tons of palm oil.
Sequence of Events
After landing, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining distance and overran the runway. During the overrun, the aircraft contacted a field of petrified lava, causing it to lose its undercarriage. The aircraft subsequently came to rest and burst into flames.
Damage and Casualties
The aircraft was totally destroyed. All eight occupants—three passengers and five crew members—were killed.
Certificate of Airworthiness Status
It was reported that the aircraft's certificate of airworthiness expired the previous March and had not been renewed since that time.