Accident Overview
On an unspecified date, a cargo aircraft departed Kongolo Airport on a flight to Goma. The aircraft carried 12 passengers, a crew of 3, and a load consisting of 9 tons of cassiterite. Approximately ten minutes after takeoff, the crew informed air traffic control of an engine problem and decided to return to Kongolo.
Sequence of Events
During the approach to Kongolo, the aircraft stalled, collided with trees, and crashed in a wooded area located 3 kilometers short of the runway. The impact resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and the terrain.
Casualties and Survivors
A young boy aged two survived the accident. The remaining 14 occupants—comprising passengers and crew—were killed.
Investigation
The cause of the engine problem and subsequent stall has not been officially determined. No probable cause has been stated by the investigating authority.