On March 19, 1947, a Douglas DC-3 (registration ZS-AUK) operated by Pan African Air Charter was involved in an aviation accident near Masindi, Uganda in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by an engine failure that required an emergency landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft made an emergency landing near Masindi after suffering an engine failure. The incident resulted in no injuries, but the airframe was declared a total loss.
What happened
During its flight, the aircraft experienced a critical mechanical issue involving the powerplant. This engine failure necessitated that the crew initiate emergency procedures to secure the safety of those on board. The pilot executed an emergency landing in the vicinity of Masindi. Upon impact with the ground, the airframe came to rest. While the event was severe enough to render the aircraft unserviceable and result in it being written off, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants.
Findings
The official investigation identified the loss of power as the primary factor leading to the incident. The mechanical malfunction forced the crew to divert from their intended route and execute a controlled crash landing to avoid further danger.
Probable cause
The accident was caused by an engine failure that required an emergency landing.
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