On March 3, 2016, a Cessna 208A Caravan (registration 3004) operated by South African Air Force - SAAF was involved in an aviation accident near Langebaanweg AFB, South Africa in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft went out of control during flight maneuvers during a night training exercise. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed in an open field near Langebaanweg Air Force Base during a night training mission, resulting in injuries to both crew members.
What happened
During a scheduled night training session at Langebaanweg Air Force Base, an aircraft lost control while the crew was performing various flight maneuvers. The aircraft subsequently crashed into an open field situated in the vicinity of the airbase. Upon impact, the plane came to rest in an inverted position. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft and caused two injuries among the crew members.
Findings
While the specific technical reason for the loss of control was not detailed, the accident occurred during the execution of maneuvers during a local training exercise.
Probable cause
The aircraft went out of control during flight maneuvers during a night training exercise.
What happened in the 3 Mar 2016 Cessna 208A Caravan accident near Langebaanweg AFB, South Africa?
An aircraft crashed in an open field near Langebaanweg Air Force Base during a night training mission, resulting in injuries to both crew members.
Were there any fatalities in the 3 Mar 2016 Cessna 208A Caravan accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Mar 2016 involved a Cessna 208A Caravan, registration 3004, operated by South African Air Force - SAAF, at Langebaanweg AFB, South Africa.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft went out of control during flight maneuvers during a night training exercise.
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