Aircraft accident during go-around at Saurimo Airport

1 fatality • Saurimo, Angola • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed during a missed approach at Saurimo Airport after a vehicle entered the runway, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries.

What happened

During the final approach phase at Saurimo Airport, the flight crew encountered an obstruction on the runway in the form of a vehicle. In response to this hazard, the captain executed a go-around procedure. To facilitate the climb, the crew applied additional engine power; however, the aircraft failed to arrest its descent and made contact with the runway surface shortly after passing the threshold.

Following the initial impact with the ground, the aircraft lost stability and moved out of control across the area. The collision resulted in a post-crash fire that consumed the wreckage. The accident resulted in one fatality and nine injuries among the occupants on board.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to climb during a go-around maneuver, leading to a runway impact and subsequent fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1998-12-17 Antonov AN-12 accident near Saurimo, Angola?

An aircraft crashed during a missed approach at Saurimo Airport after a vehicle entered the runway, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1998-12-17 Antonov AN-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1998-12-17 involved a Antonov AN-12, registration S9-CAT, operated by Zanex, at Saurimo, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to climb during a go-around maneuver, leading to a runway impact and subsequent fire.

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