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Engine Failure on Final Approach Leads to Crash Landing at Takoradi Airport (9G-AAF)

Takoradi, GhanaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 24, 1969, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration 9G-AAF) operated by Ghana Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Takoradi, Ghana during landing or approach. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact cause of the engine failure remains unclear, but the assumption that it was caused by fuel exhaustion or by contaminated fuel was not ruled out. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

On final approach to Takoradi Airport, both engines failed, forcing a crash landing short of the runway. One passenger died and several others were injured, some seriously. Investigators suspect fuel exhaustion or contaminated fuel.

Incident

During the final approach to Takoradi Airport, both engines of the aircraft stopped simultaneously. The pilot-in-command, faced with the loss of power, elected to perform an emergency landing. The aircraft crash-landed a few kilometers short of the runway threshold.

Emergency Landing and Casualties

The crash landing resulted in the death of one passenger. Several other passengers sustained injuries, with some reported as serious. The aircraft was substantially damaged in the event.

Investigation

Official investigation into the incident has not identified a definitive cause for the dual engine failure. However, the possibility of fuel exhaustion or contamination of the fuel supply has been considered and not dismissed. The exact reason for the engine stoppage remains unclear.

Probable cause

The exact cause of the engine failure remains unclear, but the assumption that it was caused by fuel exhaustion or by contaminated fuel was not ruled out.