Aircraft crash in Libreville following engine failure

2 fatalities • Libreville, Gabon • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed into a residential area in Libreville after experiencing an engine failure during its initial climb.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from Libreville-Léon M'Ba Airport, the flight crew notified air traffic control of an engine malfunction. In response to the engine failure, the aircraft was authorized to perform an emergency return to the airport.

While performing the final approach, the aircraft experienced a stall. This led to a crash into a residential district situated a few kilometers before the runway threshold. The impact resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and multiple residential structures. While the crash caused significant property damage, there were no reported fatalities or injuries to people on the ground. However, the accident resulted in two fatalities among the flight crew.

Findings

  • The aircraft suffered an engine failure during the climb.
  • The aircraft entered a stall during the subsequent emergency approach.

Probable cause

An engine failure during takeoff led to an aerodynamic stall during the emergency return attempt.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1998-12-17 Beechcraft 200 Super King Air accident near Libreville, Gabon?

An aircraft crashed into a residential area in Libreville after experiencing an engine failure during its initial climb.

Were there any fatalities in the 1998-12-17 Beechcraft 200 Super King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1998-12-17 involved a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air, registration F-GHLD, operated by Air Affaires Gabon, at Libreville, Gabon.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine failure during takeoff led to an aerodynamic stall during the emergency return attempt.

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