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Airplane Overturns During Emergency Landing in Muddy Field (Z-DAL)

Beatrice, ZimbabweFlight

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).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

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.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Feb 2023 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Beatrice, Zimbabwe?

During an emergency landing in a muddy field, the airplane overturned and was destroyed. All five occupants were rescued.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Feb 2023 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Feb 2023 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration Z-DAL, operated by Murowa Diamonds, at Beatrice, Zimbabwe.

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