Incident Overview
A charter flight completing a journey from Bukavu to Uvira collided with a mountain slope. The aircraft was operating in limited visibility at the time of the accident. All 22 people on board were killed.
Location and Circumstances
The accident occurred in the Minembwe Mountain Range, approximately 70 kilometers southwest of Uvira. The aircraft struck the slope of a mountain while cruising. The passengers were traveling to a peace meeting between factions in the eastern part of the country.
Occupants
The flight carried 22 occupants, all of whom died in the accident. No other details about the occupants were provided in the investigation.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident to be controlled flight into terrain.