Aircraft damage following missile strike during flight from Nangade to Nampula

No fatalities • Mueda, Mozambique • Flight

An aircraft traveling between Nangade and Nampula sustained engine damage after being struck by a SAM-7 missile, leading to an emergency landing in Nacatári-Chapa.

What happened

While performing a flight from Nangade toward Nampula, the aircraft was struck on its right engine by a Strella (SAM-7) surface-to-air missile. Following the impact, the crew initiated an emergency diversion to Mueda.

Due to the ongoing situation, the crew attempted an emergency landing at the Nacatári-Chapa training airstrip. Because the runway length was insufficient for the aircraft's stopping distance, the plane overran the end of the strip before coming to a halt. While there were no fatalities or injuries reported, the aircraft was determined to be a total loss.

Findings

Investigations concluded that the primary factor in the incident was that the aircraft was hit by ground fire during its transit.

Probable cause

The aircraft sustained critical engine damage after being struck by a SAM-7 missile during flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-05-06 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Mueda, Mozambique?

An aircraft traveling between Nangade and Nampula sustained engine damage after being struck by a SAM-7 missile, leading to an emergency landing in Nacatári-Chapa.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-05-06 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-05-06 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 6175, operated by Portuguese Air Force - Força Aerea Portuguesa (1952-), at Mueda, Mozambique.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft sustained critical engine damage after being struck by a SAM-7 missile during flight.

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