Aircraft Crash Off Mbour Following Engine Failure (6V-AGH)

Incident Overview and Timeline During a flight from Dakar to Mbour, the crew reported an engine failure to air traffic control approximately forty minutes after departure. Following the report, the crew was cleared to descend to 4,000 feet. Shortly after this clearance, the crew lost control of the aircraft, which subsequently crashed into shallow water located about 500 meters off Mbour. ## Casualties and Rescue Operations The crash resulted in the deaths of six occupants, including both pilots. Four passengers were successfully rescued from the water. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was an engine failure for unknown reasons. Additionally, reports indicated that the crew had limited experience operating this specific type of aircraft.