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Aircraft Crash into the Sea During Approach to Djibouti City-Ambouli Airport (J2-KBC)

Djibouti City, DjiboutiLanding (descent or approach)

On March 17, 2002, a Let L-410 (registration J2-KBC) operated by Djibouti Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Djibouti City, Djibouti during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. 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

An aircraft crashed into the sea while on approach to Djibouti City-Ambouli Airport after an uneventful flight from Mogadishu. All four occupants were killed.

Incident Overview and Flight Details An aircraft departed from Mogadishu and completed an uneventful flight before beginning its descent toward Djibouti City-Ambouli Airport. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the incident. During the approach phase, the crew was cleared for an approach to runway 27, even though runway 09 was in use. As the aircraft executed a final left turn to join the glide path, it went out of control and crashed into the sea. All four occupants on board were killed in the accident. The source does not provide a probable cause or additional technical details regarding the loss of control.

Loss of control in flight

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Mar 2002 Let L-410 accident near Djibouti City, Djibouti?

An aircraft crashed into the sea while on approach to Djibouti City-Ambouli Airport after an uneventful flight from Mogadishu. All four occupants were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Mar 2002 Let L-410 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Mar 2002 involved a Let L-410, registration J2-KBC, operated by Djibouti Airlines, at Djibouti City, Djibouti.

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