On December 17, 1998, a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (registration F-GHLD) operated by Air Affaires Gabon was involved in an aviation accident near Libreville, Gabon during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
After takeoff from Libreville-Léon M'Ba Airport, the crew reported an engine failure and was cleared for return. On final approach, the aircraft stalled and crashed into houses, destroying the aircraft and several homes. Both pilots were killed; no ground casualties.
Incident Overview
On a flight departing from Libreville-Léon M'Ba Airport, the aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff during the initial climb. The flight crew communicated the issue to air traffic control and received clearance to return to the airport for an emergency landing.
Accident Sequence
While on final approach, the aircraft lost lift and stalled. It subsequently crashed into a residential district located a few kilometers short of the runway threshold. The impact destroyed the aircraft and several houses in the area.
Casualties and Damage
Both pilots lost their lives in the accident. Despite the destruction of multiple homes, there were no injuries or fatalities among the residents on the ground. The aircraft and the affected houses were completely destroyed.