11 fatalities

Aircraft Crash in the Sea Near Annobón Island (3C-5GE)

Annobón Island, Equatorial GuineaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 16, 2008, an Antonov AN-32 (registration 3C-5GE) operated by Government of Equatorial Guinea was involved in an aviation accident near Annobón Island, Equatorial Guinea during landing or approach. 11 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft carrying six politicians and a crew of five crashed into the sea while approaching Annobón Island after encountering poor weather conditions, resulting in the recovery of four bodies.

Incident Overview and Flight Details An aircraft departed from Bata on a special flight destined for Annobón Island. The flight was carrying a total of eleven individuals, consisting of six politicians who were completing an election tour and a crew of five. The specific aircraft type, registration, operator, and exact date of the incident are not provided in the available source material. ## Approach and Loss of Control While the aircraft was approaching Annobón Island, the flight crew encountered adverse weather conditions. These conditions included strong winds and heavy rain. During this approach, the crew lost control of the aircraft, which subsequently crashed into the sea. ## Aftermath and Recovery Following the crash, a search and recovery effort was conducted. Four dead bodies were found in the aftermath of the incident. The source does not provide further details regarding the cause of the accident, the identities of the individuals, or the specific location of the crash site.