What happened
During a recent flight departing from Kisangani Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a critical loss of lift during its initial climb. The accident occurred in the period immediately following takeoff as the aircraft was gaining altitude. The plane entered a stall and subsequently impacted the ground in the vicinity of the runway's end.
As a result of the impact, there were 3 fatalities among the passengers on board. Additionally, the accident resulted in 19 injuries sustained by the other occupants of the aircraft.
Findings
- The aircraft entered a stall during the climb phase.
- The crash occurred near the end of the runway at Kisangani Airport.