What happened
During the approach phase to Kinshasa-N'Djili Airport, the flight crew identified a technical malfunction involving the left engine. In response to the issue, the engine was shut down while the aircraft was maintaining an altitude of 11,000 feet. Despite the loss of power from one engine, the crew proceeded with the approach and received clearance to land on runway 24.
Upon making contact with the runway, the crew initiated standard braking protocols and engaged the reverse thrust on the right engine. During this deceleration process, the aircraft drifted toward the right side of the runway and exited the paved surface onto soft terrain. The impact with the ground caused the nose landing gear to collapse, bringing the aircraft to a final stop. There were no injuries reported among the passengers or crew members.
Findings
- The flight was operating with a failed left engine during the landing sequence.
- The aircraft exited the runway following the application of braking and reverse thrust.