On September 26, 1989, a Cessna 404 Titan (registration ST-AIW) operated by Nile Safaris Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Nyala, Sudan during takeoff. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was unable to maintain altitude following takeoff, leading to a collision with a building. 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.
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a school building shortly after departing from Nyala Airport, resulting in the deaths of all onboard.
What happened
During a recent departure from Nyala Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced significant issues maintaining altitude. While attempting to climb following takeoff, the aircraft struggled to gain sufficient height and subsequently collided with the roof of a local school building.
Following the impact with the structure, the plane crashed at the site. The accident resulted in six fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft. There were no reported injuries to individuals on the ground during the incident.
Findings
The aircraft encountered mechanical or aerodynamic difficulties preventing a successful climb.
The collision occurred during the initial climb phase of flight.
Probable cause
The aircraft was unable to maintain altitude following takeoff, leading to a collision with a building.