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Twin-Engine Aircraft Veers Off Runway in Poor Weather, All 10 Occupants Uninjured (9Q-CEM)

Pointe-Noire, CongoLanding (descent or approach)

On December 4, 2011, a Beechcraft 100 King Air (registration 9Q-CEM) operated by Air Tropiques was involved in an aviation accident near Pointe-Noire, Congo during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Wind shear conditions were suspected. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft skidded and veered off the runway after landing in poor weather conditions, resulting in landing gear collapse and left engine damage. All 10 occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Incident

Following an uneventful flight from Moanda, Gabon, the crew initiated the approach in poor weather conditions, including rain, strong crosswinds, and turbulence. After touchdown, the twin-engine aircraft skidded and then veered off the runway to the left. While contacting soft ground, the landing gear collapsed, and the left engine was partially torn off.

Occupants and Damage

All 10 occupants escaped uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage and was considered damaged beyond repair.

Investigation

Wind shear conditions are suspected as a possible factor in the incident.

Probable cause

Wind shear conditions were suspected.
Weather

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Dec 2011 Beechcraft 100 King Air accident near Pointe-Noire, Congo?

A twin-engine aircraft skidded and veered off the runway after landing in poor weather conditions, resulting in landing gear collapse and left engine damage. All 10 occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Dec 2011 Beechcraft 100 King Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Dec 2011 involved a Beechcraft 100 King Air, registration 9Q-CEM, operated by Air Tropiques, at Pointe-Noire, Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Wind shear conditions were suspected.

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