Aircraft crash near Goma Airport during cargo flight

7 fatalities • Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo • Landing (descent or approach)

A cargo flight traveling from Kananga to Goma crashed during its final approach due to heavy rain and low visibility, resulting in multiple fatalities.

What happened

During a scheduled cargo operation from Kananga to Goma, which included a planned stop in Lodja, an aircraft carrying a mix of goods, six crew members, and four passengers crashed near the destination. While performing the final approach to Runway 31 at Goma Airport, the flight encountered severe weather characterized by heavy rainfall and significantly reduced visibility.

As the aircraft descended, it struck the roof of a residential building before crashing into a garden within a nearby neighborhood. The impact caused the aircraft to come to rest in an inverted position. The accident resulted in seven fatalities and left three passengers with serious injuries.

Findings

The flight was operating in heavy rain and poor visibility conditions during the final approach phase.
The aircraft's path intersected with residential structures during the descent.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a building during final approach while operating in heavy rain and limited visibility.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2013-03-04 Fokker 50 accident near Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A cargo flight traveling from Kananga to Goma crashed during its final approach due to heavy rain and low visibility, resulting in multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2013-03-04 Fokker 50 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2013-03-04 involved a Fokker 50, registration 9Q-CBD, operated by Compagnie Africaine d'Aviation, at Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?