21 fatalities

2008-05-02: Beechcraft 1900C (5Y-FLX) — Flex Air — Rumbek, South Sudan

Rumbek, South SudanFlight

On May 2, 2008, a Beechcraft 1900C (registration 5Y-FLX) operated by Flex Air was involved in an aviation accident near Rumbek, South Sudan in flight. 21 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 1781197476Data APIEditorial standards

A chartered aircraft carrying 21 people, including a presidential adviser and defense minister, crashed and burned 45 km northwest of Rumbek after reporting engine problems.

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.