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Fatal Aircraft Crash Near Kinkala (TN-230)

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On January 27, 1990, a Nord 262 (registration TN-230) operated by Congolese Air Force - Force Aérienne Congolaise was involved in an aviation accident near Kinkala, Congo in flight. 28 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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

An aircraft crashed in an open field near Kinkala while en route from Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville, killing all 28 occupants during poor weather conditions.

Incident Overview and Route Details An aircraft operating a flight from Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville encountered adverse weather conditions while en route. The aircraft subsequently lost control, entered a dive, and impacted the ground in an open field located in the region of Kinkala, approximately 70 kilometers southwest of Brazzaville. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. All 28 people on board were killed in the accident, a group that included several civilians. The specific aircraft type, registration, operator, and exact date of the incident are not provided in the available source material.

Loss of control in flight

Frequently asked questions

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

An aircraft crashed in an open field near Kinkala while en route from Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville, killing all 28 occupants during poor weather conditions.

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

The accident was fatal, resulting in 28 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

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

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