What happened
Shortly after departing from Goma Airport, the crew of the aircraft identified a mechanical issue involving an engine. Approximately two minutes into the flight, the crew initiated an emergency descent to find a suitable landing site. The aircraft eventually reached a banana plantation located within the Nyiragongo territory, near Murandi.
Upon impact with the plantation, the aircraft sustained significant structural damage, including the loss of its right wing. The airframe was declared a total loss following the incident. During the landing, three passengers sustained injuries, while the remaining 17 occupants on board were able to exit the wreckage without harm.
Findings
- The primary factor leading to the emergency landing was an engine problem reported by the crew during the initial climb phase.