What happened
During a flight originating from Juba, the crew began their approach toward Wau Airport. As the aircraft progressed through the final segment of the landing sequence, the pilot encountered degraded visibility and adverse weather conditions. While on short final approach near the threshold of runway 27, the aircraft struck a fire truck on the ground.
The impact triggered a significant post-crash fire that resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. Despite the intensity of the flames, all 45 people on board were successfully rescued from the wreckage. Among the survivors, 18 individuals sustained injuries during the incident.
Findings
- The collision occurred during the final approach phase.
- Poor weather conditions and limited visibility were present at the time of the accident.