Fatal aircraft accident near Kinkala, Republic of the Congo

28 fatalities • Kinkala, Congo • Flight

An aircraft traveling from Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville crashed in a field near Kinkala, resulting in the deaths of all 28 people on board.

What happened

During a flight from Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville, the aircraft encountered severe weather conditions characterized by heavy rainfall and wind gusts reaching 40 knots. While navigating through these conditions, the aircraft lost stability and entered an uncontrolled dive. The descent ended when the plane struck an open field in the Kinkala region, situated approximately 70 km southwest of Brazzaville. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft.

There were 28 fatalities recorded in the accident, which included the crew and several civilians. No survivors were reported from the wreckage.

Findings

At the time of the crash, the flight was operating in poor weather conditions involving intense rain and high-speed wind gusts.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled dive while encountering heavy rain and significant wind gusts.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-01-27 Nord 262 accident near Kinkala, Congo?

An aircraft traveling from Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville crashed in a field near Kinkala, resulting in the deaths of all 28 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-01-27 Nord 262 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 28 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-01-27 involved a Nord 262, registration TN-230, operated by Congolese Air Force - Force Aérienne Congolaise, at Kinkala, Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled dive while encountering heavy rain and significant wind gusts.

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