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Bird Strike During Initial Climb at Bandundu Airport (9Q-CIM)

Bandundu, Democratic Republic of CongoTakeoff (climb)

On July 18, 2007, a Let L-410 (registration 9Q-CIM) operated by Cargo Bull Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Bandundu, Democratic Republic of Congo during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control and subsequent crash on takeoff following a bird strike. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft collided with a flock of birds shortly after takeoff from Bandundu Airport, leading to a stall and crash. The incident resulted in no casualties, but the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview and Location Details (Bandundu Airport, Initial Climb Phase) (Bird Strike and Stall During Takeoff) (No Casualties, Aircraft Destroyed) (Probable Cause: Loss of Control and Subsequent Crash on Takeoff Following a Bird Strike) (Official Findings) (Aviation Safety) (Aircraft Accident Investigation) (Bird Strike) (Stall) (Loss of Control) (No Casualties) (Aircraft Destroyed) (Bandundu Airport) (Twin-Engine Aircraft) (Initial Climb) (Takeoff) (Probable Cause) (Official Findings) (Aviation Safety) (Aircraft Accident Investigation) (Bird Strike) (Stall) (Loss of Control) (No Casualties) (Aircraft Destroyed) (Bandundu Airport) (Twin-Engine Aircraft) (Initial Climb) (Takeoff) (Probable Cause) (Official Findings)

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jul 2007 Let L-410 accident near Bandundu, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A twin-engine aircraft collided with a flock of birds shortly after takeoff from Bandundu Airport, leading to a stall and crash. The incident resulted in no casualties, but the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jul 2007 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jul 2007 involved a Let L-410, registration 9Q-CIM, operated by Cargo Bull Aviation, at Bandundu, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Loss of control and subsequent crash on takeoff following a bird strike.

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