Incident Synopsis
An aircraft conducting a special flight from Windhoek to the disused Omega airfield overran the runway after landing too far down the overgrown strip, resulting in a collision with trees. The aircraft, carrying six crew members and recovery equipment, was en route to collect the bodies of 33 individuals from a previous day's crash when the accident occurred.
Landing Sequence
The approach and landing placed the aircraft beyond the intended touchdown zone on a runway that was not maintained, being covered by grass and bushes. The remaining runway length proved insufficient for the aircraft to decelerate and stop, leading to an overrun and subsequent impact with trees bordering the airstrip. The impact inflicted severe damage: the right wing was partially torn from the fuselage, and the left wing also sustained significant damage.
Occupant Safety and Aircraft Condition
All six occupants emerged from the aircraft without any injuries. The aircraft itself, however, was declared damaged beyond repair. As of February 2014, the wreckage remained at the accident site. Plans were in place to disassemble the aircraft and transport it by truck back to Windhoek.
Official Finding
The investigation determined the probable cause to be a wrong landing configuration, compounded by the disused condition of the runway.