Cargo aircraft crash during approach to Doro Airport

No fatalities • Doro, South Sudan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft performing a cargo flight impacted the ground short of the runway during its final approach to Doro Airport, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

During a cargo operation, an aircraft was conducting its final approach toward the runway at Doro Airport. While in this flight phase, the aircraft struck the ground before reaching the runway threshold. The impact caused significant damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss.

Despite the severity of the impact, all three crew members on board were able to evacuate the wreckage. There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported following the accident.

Findings

  • The aircraft struck the terrain short of the runway during the landing phase.
  • The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2012-04-02 Avro 748 accident near Doro, South Sudan?

An aircraft performing a cargo flight impacted the ground short of the runway during its final approach to Doro Airport, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 2012-04-02 Avro 748 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2012-04-02 involved a Avro 748, registration 5Y-BZR, operated by Timbis Air Services, at Doro, South Sudan.

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