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Fatal aircraft accident during takeoff from Nampula Airport (ZS-NVD)

Nampula, MozambiqueTakeoff (climb)

On April 20, 2004, a Cessna 404 Titan (registration ZS-NVD) operated by Fugro Airborne Surveys was involved in an aviation accident near Nampula, Mozambique during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase following takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A flight conducting a government geological mission crashed shortly after departing Nampula Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During a flight departing from Nampula Airport, an aircraft crashed while performing its initial climb. The aircraft was operating as part of a geological mission commissioned by the Mozambican government to survey the northern region of the country. Shortly after leaving the runway, the plane became uncontrollable and impacted the ground.

Findings

  • The accident resulted in two fatalities.
  • The aircraft was in the initial climb phase of flight at the time of the loss of control.
  • The crash occurred in the vicinity of the departure airport during a mission for the Mozambican government.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Apr 2004 Cessna 404 Titan accident near Nampula, Mozambique?

A flight conducting a government geological mission crashed shortly after departing Nampula Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Apr 2004 Cessna 404 Titan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Apr 2004 involved a Cessna 404 Titan, registration ZS-NVD, operated by Fugro Airborne Surveys, at Nampula, Mozambique.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

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