On September 1, 1960, a Douglas DC-4 (registration YK-AAR) operated by Syrian Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Mpouya, Congo in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine problems. 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.
A cargo flight from Accra to Léopoldville ditched in the Congo River after engine problems. All 14 occupants were rescued.
Incident Overview
A cargo flight operating between Accra and Léopoldville encountered technical problems with its engines while en route. The crew decided to perform an emergency landing, and the captain later opted to ditch the aircraft in the Congo River. The ditching occurred off Mpouya, approximately 230 kilometers northeast of Léopoldville. The aircraft sank and was lost.
Rescue
All 14 occupants aboard the aircraft were rescued following the ditching. No further details about the rescue operation were provided.
The exact circumstances leading to the engine problems have not been disclosed. The official investigation identified engine problems as the probable cause of the accident.
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