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Aircraft Crash Near Geti: Six Killed in Poor Weather (5X-CNF)

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On December 14, 2001, a Let L-410 (registration 5X-CNF) operated by Eagle Air - Uganda was involved in an aviation accident near Geti, Democratic Republic of Congo in flight. 6 people were killed. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed near Geti, 40 km east of Bunia, while en route to Beni in poor weather, killing all six occupants. The exact cause remains unknown, though ADF rebel involvement is suspected.

Incident Overview and Location Details On the day of the incident, a twin-engine aircraft was en route from Bunia to Beni. While cruising in poor weather conditions, the aircraft crashed in a wooded and hilly terrain near Geti, located approximately 40 km east of Bunia. The source does not specify the exact date, operator, or registration of the aircraft. ## Casualties and Investigation Status All six occupants of the aircraft were killed in the crash. The official investigation has not determined the exact cause of the accident. However, authorities noted that the aircraft may have been shot down by Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels, who were engaged in conflict with the Uganda government at the time.

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What happened in the 14 Dec 2001 Let L-410 accident near Geti, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed near Geti, 40 km east of Bunia, while en route to Beni in poor weather, killing all six occupants. The exact cause remains unknown, though ADF rebel involvement is suspected.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Dec 2001 Let L-410 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Dec 2001 involved a Let L-410, registration 5X-CNF, operated by Eagle Air - Uganda, at Geti, Democratic Republic of Congo.

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