Aircraft crash on Mt Biega during cargo flight

2 fatalities • Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine cargo aircraft crashed on the slopes of Mt Biega, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

On a flight operating from Bukavu-Kavumu Airport, a twin engine aircraft crashed while performing a cargo mission to Lusenge. The accident occurred approximately eight minutes after the aircraft departed from the runway. During the initial climb phase, the plane went down on the slopes of Mt Biega, situated roughly 25 km north of Bukavu.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. Both members of the flight crew, consisting of two fatalities, were killed in the crash. The specific circumstances surrounding the descent and impact remain undetermined.

Findings

At this time, the exact cause of the crash is unknown, as the aircraft went down under unknown circumstances during its ascent.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2011-02-14 Let L-410 accident near Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A twin-engine cargo aircraft crashed on the slopes of Mt Biega, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 2011-02-14 Let L-410 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2011-02-14 involved a Let L-410, registration 9Q-CIF, operated by African Air Services, at Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.

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