1 fatality

Single-Engine Aircraft Crash at Nasir Airfield (5Y-BMZ)

Nasir, South SudanTakeoff (climb)

On February 6, 2023, a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan (registration 5Y-BMZ) operated by Renegade Air was involved in an aviation accident near Nasir, South Sudan during takeoff. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed into an open field after liftoff from Nasir Airfield, resulting in one fatality and total destruction of the aircraft.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath Following liftoff from Nasir Airfield, a single-engine aircraft experienced difficulties in gaining altitude. The aircraft subsequently rolled to the right and impacted the terrain, crashing into an open field. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames. ## Casualties and Aircraft Condition All occupants were able to evacuate the aircraft following the crash. However, one elderly passenger later died from injuries sustained in the accident. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the post-crash fire. ## Investigation Details The source material does not provide specific details regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or the exact cause of the incident. The investigation focused on the sequence of events following liftoff and the resulting impact with the terrain.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Feb 2023 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident near Nasir, South Sudan?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into an open field after liftoff from Nasir Airfield, resulting in one fatality and total destruction of the aircraft.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Feb 2023 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Feb 2023 involved a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registration 5Y-BMZ, operated by Renegade Air, at Nasir, South Sudan.