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Aircraft crash near Jacobkondre Airfield (PZ-TBP)

Jacobkondre, SurinameLanding (descent or approach)

On February 10, 2001, a GAF Nomad N.24 (registration PZ-TBP) operated by Gum Air was involved in an aviation accident near Jacobkondre, Suriname during landing or approach. 10 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was flying too low during its approach to the airfield, leading to a collision with trees. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed near the Salamacca River during its approach to Jacobkondre Airfield, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the final approach to Jacobkondre Airfield, a twin engine aircraft descended below a safe altitude. The flight path led the plane into a collision with trees, which subsequently caused the aircraft to crash in the vicinity of the Salamacca River. The wreckage was later located on a hill situated approximately 3 km away from the airfield.

Findings

  • The aircraft was flying at an insufficient altitude during the approach phase.
  • The impact with vegetation was a primary factor in the crash sequence.
  • There were 10 fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.

Probable cause

The aircraft was flying too low during its approach to the airfield, leading to a collision with trees.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Feb 2001 GAF Nomad N.24 accident near Jacobkondre, Suriname?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed near the Salamacca River during its approach to Jacobkondre Airfield, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Feb 2001 GAF Nomad N.24 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Feb 2001 involved a GAF Nomad N.24, registration PZ-TBP, operated by Gum Air, at Jacobkondre, Suriname.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was flying too low during its approach to the airfield, leading to a collision with trees.

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