Aircraft excursion at Kalima-Kakungwa Airport

No fatalities • Kalima, Democratic Republic of Congo • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway during landing at Kalima-Kakungwa Airport, resulting in significant damage to the airframe but no casualties.

What happened

During the landing phase at Kalima-Kakungwa Airport, the aircraft experienced a series of bounces on the runway surface. Following these impacts, the pilot lost directional control of the plane. The aircraft subsequently drifted off the active runway and came to a stop in a nearby grassy field.

While the incident resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no injuries reported among the occupants.

Findings

  • The sequence of events began with multiple bounces during the touchdown process.
  • The loss of control led to the aircraft exiting the paved runway surface.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered off the runway following multiple bounces during the landing sequence.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-06-19 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Kalima, Democratic Republic of Congo?

An aircraft veered off the runway during landing at Kalima-Kakungwa Airport, resulting in significant damage to the airframe but no casualties.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-06-19 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 2005-06-19 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 9Q-CWI, operated by Wimbi Dira Airways, at Kalima, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered off the runway following multiple bounces during the landing sequence.

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