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Aircraft Crash Landing at Luena Airport (S9-NAI)

Luena, AngolaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 8, 1989, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration S9-NAI) operated by Transafrik was involved in an aviation accident near Luena, Angola during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed that two engines caught fire and failed after being hit by small arms. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

An aircraft crash landed short of the runway at Luena Airport after two engines caught fire and failed on final approach. All four crew members were rescued, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview During final approach to Luena Airport, an aircraft experienced a critical failure when two engines caught fire and subsequently failed. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the aircraft crash landed a few kilometers short of the runway. All four crew members were rescued, while the aircraft was destroyed. ## Probable Cause Official findings indicate that it is believed the two engines caught fire and failed after being hit by small arms fire. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond Luena Airport, and no further details are provided.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Apr 1989 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Luena, Angola?

An aircraft crash landed short of the runway at Luena Airport after two engines caught fire and failed on final approach. All four crew members were rescued, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Apr 1989 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Apr 1989 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration S9-NAI, operated by Transafrik, at Luena, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

It is believed that two engines caught fire and failed after being hit by small arms.

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