3 fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Accident at Pieri Airstrip (7Q-STB)

Pieri, South SudanLanding (descent or approach)

On August 8, 2024, a De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo (registration 7Q-STB) operated by Nyasa Air Charters was involved in an aviation accident near Pieri, South Sudan during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards
Aircraft registered 7Q-STB
Aircraft registered 7Q-STB. Photo: Nik Deblauwe / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

A twin-engine airplane veered off the runway after landing at Pieri Airstrip, colliding with obstacles and catching fire. The crew escaped with minor injuries, but three people on the ground were killed.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath Following its landing at Pieri Airstrip, a twin-engine airplane lost control and veered off the runway. The aircraft subsequently collided with obstacles and burst into flames. The crew members successfully evacuated the burning aircraft, sustaining only minor injuries. The airplane was completely destroyed by the fire. ## Casualties and Ground Impact The accident resulted in significant casualties among people on the ground. Three individuals were killed in the incident, while several others were wounded. The source does not provide further details regarding the specific nature of the ground injuries or the identities of the casualties.