Aircraft shot down during humanitarian mission in Katanga

2 fatalities • Kamunza-Goi, Democratic Republic of Congo • Flight

A leased aircraft sustained fatal damage after being struck by enemy fire while performing a humanitarian flight over the Katanga region.

What happened

During a humanitarian operation flying over Katanga, an aircraft leased from Transair Sweden was targeted by enemy gunfire. The impact of the fire forced the crew to execute an emergency descent. While attempting to manage the situation, the crew successfully performed an emergency landing in a prairie area, though the aircraft ultimately crash landed.

As a result of the incident, there were two fatalities among the passengers. The remaining eight people on board escaped without injuries. Due to the severity of the damage sustained during the attack and subsequent crash, the airframe was declared a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the event concluded that the primary reason for the crash was that the plane was shot down by enemy fire while operating in the conflict zone.

Probable cause

The aircraft was struck and brought down by hostile ground fire during its mission.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1962-09-20 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Kamunza-Goi, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A leased aircraft sustained fatal damage after being struck by enemy fire while performing a humanitarian flight over the Katanga region.

Were there any fatalities in the 1962-09-20 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1962-09-20 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration UN-202, operated by United Nations Organization (UNO), at Kamunza-Goi, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was struck and brought down by hostile ground fire during its mission.

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