On January 30, 1987, a Cessna 208A Caravan (registration ARU-021) operated by Air Reconnaissance Unit was involved in an aviation accident near Monrovia-Roberts, Liberia during takeoff. 16 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase following departure from Roberts International Airport. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean shortly after departing from Monrovia-Roberts, resulting in 16 fatalities.
What happened
During a recent aviation accident near Liberia, a single-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control during its initial climb phase. The flight had just departed from Roberts International Airport (Monrovia-Roberts) when the aircraft entered a stall. Following the aerodynamic stall, the plane descended into the ocean at a distance of several hundred meters from the shoreline.
Search and rescue operations following the impact resulted in the recovery of two passengers. However, the accident claimed the lives of 16 other individuals on board.
Findings
Preliminary details indicate that the aircraft's descent was precipitated by a stall occurring during the climb immediately after takeoff.
Probable cause
The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase following departure from Roberts International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 30 Jan 1987 Cessna 208A Caravan accident near Monrovia-Roberts, Liberia?
A single-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean shortly after departing from Monrovia-Roberts, resulting in 16 fatalities.
Were there any fatalities in the 30 Jan 1987 Cessna 208A Caravan accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 16 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 30 Jan 1987 involved a Cessna 208A Caravan, registration ARU-021, operated by Air Reconnaissance Unit, at Monrovia-Roberts, Liberia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase following departure from Roberts International Airport.
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