Accident Description
During the takeoff roll from a dirt strip measuring 3,900 feet in length at Ngerende, an impala crossed the runway. The crew responded by pulling up the control column and initiating rotation. However, the airspeed was insufficient for a safe takeoff. The pilot-in-command subsequently lowered the nose to gain speed, but the aircraft struck the ground and crash landed in a field.
Outcome
All 17 occupants were rescued from the aircraft. Among them, one passenger sustained a slight injury. The aircraft itself was damaged beyond repair.
Sequence of Events
The incident occurred during the takeoff phase from a dirt runway. An impala crossing the path of the aircraft prompted the crew to begin rotation prematurely. The aircraft did not achieve sufficient airspeed, leading to the decision to lower the nose. The subsequent contact with the ground resulted in a crash landing.
Rescue and Response
All occupants were successfully evacuated. The injured passenger received necessary medical attention. No other details regarding the response or subsequent actions are available from the source.