Accident Overview
On an unspecified date, a chartered aircraft operating a special flight for the South Sudan Government crashed near Rumbek, South Sudan, resulting in the deaths of all 21 occupants. The aircraft was under charter by Southern Sudan Air Connection to Flex Air Kenya.
Flight Details
The flight originated in Wau with an intermediate stop in Rumbek en route to Juba. On board was a delegation of the South Sudan Government, including Justin Yak, personal adviser to the President of South Sudan; Dominic Dim Deng, Minister of Defense; and 17 military officers.
Accident Sequence
While approaching Rumbek, the crew reported engine problems. They elected to make an emergency landing, but the aircraft crashed in a field located 45 km northwest of Rumbek. Upon impact, the aircraft burst into flames.
Casualties
All 21 persons on board were killed. The deceased included government officials and military personnel.
Investigation
No probable cause has been stated in the source material.