Training aircraft crash lands near Mugumo following engine failure

No fatalities • Mugumo, Kenya • Flight

A training flight ended in a crash landing near Mugumo after the crew experienced mechanical issues with the engine.

What happened

During a scheduled training mission, the crew of the aircraft encountered significant difficulties involving the engine. As the mechanical issues progressed, the aircraft was forced into a crash landing in the vicinity of Mugumo. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Despite the severity of the impact and the destruction of the airframe, all seven people on board were able to exit the wreckage. There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported among the occupants following the incident.

Findings

  • The primary issue identified during the flight was the occurrence of engine problems while in the air.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced engine failure during a training mission, leading to a forced landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-07-25 De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo accident near Mugumo, Kenya?

A training flight ended in a crash landing near Mugumo after the crew experienced mechanical issues with the engine.

Were there any fatalities in the 2002-07-25 De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-07-25 involved a De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo, operated by Kenya Air Force, at Mugumo, Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced engine failure during a training mission, leading to a forced landing.

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