What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from Khartoum-Haj Yusuf Airport, the right engine of the aircraft experienced a mechanical malfunction. In response to the failure, the pilot initiated procedures to shut down the engine and feather the propeller. Shortly after this action, the left engine also suffered a loss of power.
Faced with total power loss, the crew executed an emergency landing in an unpopulated wasteland situated a short distance from the airport. The aircraft performed a belly landing, sliding for several dozen meters across the terrain before coming to a complete stop. Although the aircraft type sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, all 24 occupants successfully evacuated the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.
Findings
Investigations into the dual engine failure revealed that the primary contributing factor was water contamination within the fuel supply, which led to the subsequent loss of power in both engines.