Bangui Airport Engine Failure During Initial Climb (F-BESN)

Incident Overview and Immediate Response An aircraft experienced an engine failure during its initial climb phase shortly after departing from Bangui Airport. In response to the mechanical failure, the captain decided to execute an emergency landing. The aircraft subsequently belly-landed in a prairie and came to a complete stop. All four individuals on board were reported to be uninjured following the incident. The aircraft sustained damage that was assessed as being beyond repair. At the time of the accident, the aircraft was transporting a cargo load of six tons of meat. The official investigation identified the probable cause of the accident as an engine failure during the initial climb.