What happened
A flight operated by Flex Air Kenya, acting on behalf of Southern Sudan Air Connection, was performing a special mission from Wau to Juba with a planned stop in Rumbek. The aircraft was transporting a high-level delegation from the South Sudan Government. During the approach to Rumbek, the flight crew communicated that the aircraft was experiencing engine-related issues. In response to these technical difficulties, the crew attempted an emergency landing. However, the aircraft type (unspecified model) crashed in a field situated approximately 45 km northwest of Rumbette. The impact resulted in the aircraft bursting into flames.
Findings
The accident resulted in 21 fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants. The crash occurred during the approach phase of flight. The primary factor leading to the crash was the reported engine problems experienced by the crew prior to the impact.