On November 22, 1993, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration C9-STE) operated by Scan Transportes Aéreos was involved in an aviation accident near Chemba, Mozambique during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of engine power on short final for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A humanitarian flight carrying three crew members and foodstuffs crashed after the left engine lost power on final approach, resulting in serious injury to one pilot and fatalities to the other two occupants.
Incident Overview
On a humanitarian flight to Chemba, an aircraft carrying three crew members and a cargo of foodstuffs was on final approach when it experienced a loss of power from the left engine at an altitude of approximately 500 feet. The aircraft subsequently rolled to the left, stalled, and crashed on top of a hill.
Injuries and Casualties
As a result of the crash, one pilot sustained serious injuries. The other two occupants were killed.
Probable Cause
According to official findings, the probable cause of the accident was a loss of engine power on short final for unknown reasons.