Red Cross Aircraft Shot Down After Takeoff from Luabo Airport (Z-WHE)

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft was shot down by ground fire while climbing after takeoff from Luabo Airport. The aircraft crashed as a result of the attack. The pilot, who was the sole person on board, was killed in the incident. The flight was being conducted on behalf of the International Committee of the Red Cross. No aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or specific location beyond Luabo Airport is provided in the source. ## Official Findings The official probable cause of the accident was determined to be that the aircraft was shot down by ground fire. The source does not provide additional details regarding the circumstances of the attack or the identity of the ground forces involved.