What happened
During a flight originating from Kinshasa, the crew initiated an approach to Kikwit Airport amidst heavy rainfall. Upon making contact with the runway, the aircraft drifted toward the left side of the strip. This deviation caused the plane to exit the paved surface and enter the surrounding vegetation. During the excursion, the left main landing gear was lost. The aircraft eventually came to a stop in a nearby area of bushes.
Findings
- The incident occurred during the landing phase of flight.
- Heavy rain was present during the approach and touchdown.
- There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported among the occupants.
- The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.