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Aircraft Crash at Saurimo Airport During Go-Around (S9-CAT)

Saurimo, AngolaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 17, 1998, an Antonov AN-12 (registration S9-CAT) operated by Zanex was involved in an aviation accident near Saurimo, Angola during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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

An aircraft struck the runway at Saurimo Airport after a go-around was initiated due to a vehicle on the runway. The navigator was killed and nine others were injured.

Incident Overview During a final approach to Saurimo Airport, the flight crew initiated a go-around procedure after a vehicle entered the runway. Despite the crew increasing engine power, the aircraft continued its descent and made contact with the runway surface just past the threshold. ## Impact and Aftermath Upon impact, the aircraft went out of control and came to rest, bursting into flames. The incident resulted in the death of the navigator, while nine other occupants sustained injuries. No specific aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or location beyond Saurimo Airport was provided in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

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

An aircraft struck the runway at Saurimo Airport after a go-around was initiated due to a vehicle on the runway. The navigator was killed and nine others were injured.

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

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

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

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