Emergency landing of aircraft near Kapoeta Airport

No fatalities • Kapoeta, South Sudan • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after departing Kapoeta Airport in June 2005, resulting in an emergency landing and hull loss.

What happened

During a flight departing from Kapoeta Airport in June 2005, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving one of its engines. Following the loss of power, the crew initiated a return procedure to the airfield. However, the situation necessitated an emergency landing in the vicinity of the airport.

While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, there were no injuries reported among the occupants. The specific day of the incident has not been recorded, though it occurred within the month of June.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the emergency landing was the failure of one engine during the initial climb or takeoff phase.

Probable cause

The loss of power due to an engine failure following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-06-30 Hawker Siddeley HS.780 Andover C.1 accident near Kapoeta, South Sudan?

An aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after departing Kapoeta Airport in June 2005, resulting in an emergency landing and hull loss.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-06-30 Hawker Siddeley HS.780 Andover C.1 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2005-06-30 involved a Hawker Siddeley HS.780 Andover C.1, registration 9Q-CVK, operated by Aero Service Corporation - DRC, at Kapoeta, South Sudan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of power due to an engine failure following takeoff.

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