Accident Overview
An aircraft on final approach to Benguela Airport experienced a loss of altitude awareness by the flight crew. During the short final phase, the airplane impacted the ground approximately 4 meters before the runway threshold. The undercarriage was torn off upon impact. The aircraft then slid for about 900 meters, veering slightly to the right, before losing its left engine and right wing. It came to rest engulfed in flames.
Occupant Status
All 134 occupants successfully evacuated the aircraft. Among them, 34 individuals sustained injuries. The aircraft was destroyed as a result of the impact and subsequent fire.
Probable Cause
According to the official investigation, the probable cause was the lack of Visual Approach Slope Indicators (VASIs) and threshold markings, which led to the pilot's inability to follow the correct approach slope.