Cargo Flight Crash in Brazzaville (EK-76300)

Accident Overview and Casualties A four-engine aircraft operating a cargo flight from Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville crashed in the La Poudrière district. The flight carried one passenger, a crew of six, automobiles, and various goods. All seven occupants were killed, and 25 people on the ground died. Fourteen additional people were injured. The impact occurred about 900 metres short of runway 05L after the aircraft struck houses and tree tops on final approach. ## Weather and Approach Conditions The accident occurred in poor weather with thunderstorm activity, rain, and limited visibility. During final approach to runway 05L, the crew descended too low on the glide path before the aircraft impacted structures and vegetation. ## Recorder Status In February 2013, the MAK stated that it received the flight data recorder from the Congolese authorities. The recorders showed mechanical damage resulting from the impact forces.