2 fatalities

1994-12-18: Cessna 404 Titan (C-FCGG) — Terra Surveys — Omarumba, Namibia

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On December 18, 1994, a Cessna 404 Titan (registration C-FCGG) operated by Terra Surveys was involved in an aviation accident near Omarumba, Namibia in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Unknown circumstances leading to loss of control. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781208465Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft lost control at low altitude near Omarumba, resulting in a crash that killed both people on board under unknown circumstances.

What happened

The incident occurred when a twin-engine aircraft was operating at an approximate altitude of 380 feet. During this phase of flight, the aircraft unexpectedly went out of control. The loss of control led directly to a crash in the vicinity of Omarumba. The specific circumstances surrounding the initial failure or cause of the loss of control remain unknown based on available records.

Findings

The primary outcome of the event was the destruction of the aircraft and the death of all individuals aboard. Both occupants were killed in the accident. No further details regarding mechanical failure, weather conditions, or pilot actions are provided in the source material to explain why the aircraft departed controlled flight.

Probable cause

Unknown circumstances leading to loss of control