Aircraft crash on Mt Kahuzi in Kahuzi-Miega National Park

4 fatalities • Mt Kahuzi, Democratic Republic of Congo • Flight

A scheduled flight from Kalima Airport crashed in a wooded area of Mt Kahuzi, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

A scheduled commercial flight traveling from Kalima Airport to Bukavu ended in a fatal accident during its approach. The aircraft, carrying two pilots and two passengers, was operating a routine service when the crew encountered significantly reduced visibility caused by dry mist near the destination.

Approximately seven minutes before the scheduled arrival time, the aircraft type (not specified) struck trees and crashed within a forested region of the Kahuzi-Miega National Park. The impact occurred on the slopes of Mt Kahuzi, which has an elevation of 3,317 meters. Search efforts located the wreckage roughly 15 km northwest of the Bukavu airport. The accident resulted in four fatalities, with no survivors among the crew or passengers.

Findings

The flight crew encountered poor visibility due to dry mist during the approach phase.
The crash occurred in a heavily wooded area on the side of a mountain.

Probable cause

Reduced visibility caused by dry mist during the approach phase led to the aircraft striking trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2020-08-13 Let L-410 accident near Mt Kahuzi, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A scheduled flight from Kalima Airport crashed in a wooded area of Mt Kahuzi, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2020-08-13 Let L-410 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2020-08-13 involved a Let L-410, registration 9S-GEN, operated by Doren Air Congo, at Mt Kahuzi, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?