Aircraft crash near Jacobkondre Airfield

10 fatalities • Jacobkondre, Suriname • Landing (descent or approach)

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2001-02-10 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 2001-02-10 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 2001-02-10 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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