On February 13, 2023, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration Z-DAL) operated by Murowa Diamonds was involved in an aviation accident near Beatrice, Zimbabwe in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
During an emergency landing in a muddy field, the airplane overturned and was destroyed. All five occupants were rescued.
Overview
A pilot encountered an unexpected situation and chose to perform an emergency landing in an open muddy field. The landing gear was extended for touchdown. After the aircraft touched down, it overturned and came to rest inverted.
Occupants
The aircraft carried five people. The pilot was identified as Zvikomborero Nyamakura. The passengers were Salfina Karimazondo, a security officer for Murowa Diamonds; Obey Mabvundwi, a constable of the CID Minerals Flora and Fauna Unit; Petros Chaguruka, a guard for Fawcett; and Fredrick Maroyi, also a guard for Fawcett.
Outcome
All five occupants were rescued from the overturned aircraft. The airplane was destroyed in the accident.