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Single-engine aircraft crash near Johannesburg-Rand Airport (ZS-NIX)

Johannesburg-Rand, South AfricaTakeoff (climb)

On August 30, 2022, a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) (registration ZS-NIX) operated by South African Police Service (SAPS) was involved in an aviation accident near Johannesburg-Rand, South Africa during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft became uncontrollable during the climb phase following takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed during its initial climb following departure from Johannesburg-Rand Airport, resulting in five fatalities.

What happened

During a recent flight departing from Johannesburg-Rand Airport, an aircraft experienced a critical failure shortly after departing from runway 29. While the aircraft was in its climbing phase, the single-engine plane became uncontrollable. The subsequent impact resulted in the deaths of five passengers, while the pilot sustained injuries during the accident.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating a single-engine configuration.
  • The loss of control occurred during the climb following takeoff.
  • The accident took place in the immediate vicinity of the departure runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft became uncontrollable during the climb phase following takeoff.

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