Fatal aircraft accident during training flight near Santo Antonio Airport

4 fatalities • Santo Antonio, São Tomé and Principe • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the sea during an approach to runway 29, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

During a scheduled training mission, a twin engine aircraft departed from Santo Antonio Airport. The flight was being conducted by a crew consisting of four pilots. As the aircraft was performing an approach to runway 29, the flight became unstable and went out of control.

The aircraft subsequently impacted the ocean a short distance from the coastline. There were no survivors of the impact, as the accident resulted in four fatalities.

Findings

Investigation details regarding the specific mechanical or operational failures are not yet finalized, though the primary factor in the loss of control occurred during the final approach phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during its approach to the runway, leading to a crash into the sea.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2006-05-23 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Santo Antonio, São Tomé and Principe?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the sea during an approach to runway 29, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2006-05-23 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2006-05-23 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration S9-BAL, operated by Air São Tome e Principe, at Santo Antonio, São Tomé and Principe.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during its approach to the runway, leading to a crash into the sea.

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