No fatalities

Aircraft crash on approach to Zambezi Airport (VP-YBK)

Zambezi, ZambiaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 13, 1947, a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide (registration VP-YBK) operated by Central African Airways - CAA was involved in an aviation accident near Zambezi, Zambia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-25Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed during its final approach to Zambezi Airport, resulting in the total loss of the airframe. All six people on board sustained minor injuries.

What happened

The incident occurred while the aircraft was executing an approach to Zambezi Airport. For reasons that have not been determined, the plane crashed into the ground. The impact caused severe structural damage, rendering the airframe a total loss and beyond repair. Despite the destruction of the vehicle, all six occupants survived the event. Each person on board suffered only slight injuries.

Findings

The specific factors contributing to this accident remain unknown. No definitive conclusions regarding the mechanical condition or environmental conditions at the time of the crash have been provided in the available records.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Dec 1947 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident near Zambezi, Zambia?

An aircraft crashed during its final approach to Zambezi Airport, resulting in the total loss of the airframe. All six people on board sustained minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Dec 1947 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Dec 1947 involved a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide, registration VP-YBK, operated by Central African Airways - CAA, at Zambezi, Zambia.