Aircraft crash near Kisangani Airport

3 fatalities • Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing Kisangani Airport, resulting in three fatalities and numerous injuries.

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.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its climb following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1978-01-06 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing Kisangani Airport, resulting in three fatalities and numerous injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1978-01-06 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1978-01-06 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration 9Q-CLR, operated by Air Zaïre, at Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its climb following takeoff.

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