No fatalities

1996-06-30: Boeing 707 (5X-JON) — DAS Air Cargo - Dairo Air Services — Bamako, Mali

Bamako, MaliLanding (descent or approach)

On June 30, 1996, a Boeing 707 (registration 5X-JON) operated by DAS Air Cargo - Dairo Air Services was involved in an aviation accident near Bamako, Mali during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control after landing due to strong crosswinds in thunderstorm activity. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781206910Data APIEditorial standards
Aircraft registered 5X-JON
Aircraft registered 5X-JON. Photo: Colin Cooke Photo / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

An aircraft veered off runway 06 and collided with a bunker after landing in strong crosswinds associated with thunderstorm activity. The right wing was torn off, but all four crew members exited without injury.

Approach and Landing

While descending to Bamako-Senou Airport, the flight crew received information about adverse weather conditions at the destination. Thunderstorm activity and strong crosswinds were reported. The visibility was estimated to be in excess of 10 kilometers, leading the crew to proceed with the approach. They conducted a landing on runway 06.

Loss of Control

After touchdown, the aircraft encountered strong crosswinds, causing it to roll laterally to the left and right. The rolling motion resulted in the right wing making contact with the runway surface. The aircraft became uncontrollable and departed the runway to the right side.

Collision and Damage

Following the runway excursion, the aircraft collided with a bunker. The impact tore off the right wing. The aircraft subsequently came to rest in that position.

Occupants

All four crew members on board evacuated the aircraft without sustaining any injuries.

Probable cause

Loss of control after landing due to strong crosswinds in thunderstorm activity.