No fatalities

2005-01-22: Antonov AN-8 (EL-WVA) — Compagnie Aérienne des Grands Lacs — Kongolo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Kongolo, Democratic Republic of CongoLanding (descent or approach)

On January 22, 2005, an Antonov AN-8 (registration EL-WVA) operated by Compagnie Aérienne des Grands Lacs was involved in an aviation accident near Kongolo, Democratic Republic of Congo during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781199854Data APIEditorial standards

A humanitarian flight crashed into houses 100 meters short of the runway at Kongolo Airport, injuring all 10 occupants. No ground casualties were reported.

Accident

On final approach to Kongolo Airport, the aircraft impacted houses located approximately 100 meters short of the runway. The aircraft was completing a humanitarian mission at the time of the accident.

Aircraft and Mission

The flight originated from Goma, with intermediate stops in Bukavu and Kindu, operating on behalf of the French non-governmental organization "Solidarités." The nature of the mission was humanitarian.

Casualties and Damage

All 10 persons on board sustained injuries. There were no casualties among individuals on the ground. The aircraft struck residential structures, resulting in damage to the houses.

Contractual Note

According to the leasing contract for the aircraft, no passengers were authorized to board the flight. The source does not specify whether any unauthorized passengers were onboard beyond the 10 occupants.