Aircraft crash during go-around at Matambwe Airstrip

No fatalities • Matambwe, Tanzania • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine charter flight crashed into trees during a landing attempt at Matambwe Airstrip, resulting in injuries to all six people on board.

What happened

A charter flight traveling from Dar es Salaam Airport to the Selous Game Reserve ended in an accident upon arrival at Matambwe Airstrip. The twin engine aircraft was transporting a pilot and five passengers from Finland when the incident occurred.

As the aircraft approached the runway, the pilot attempted a go-around maneuver. During this phase of flight, the plane struck trees situated beyond the end of the runway. The impact caused the aircraft to crash and subsequently burst into flames. The wreckage of the twin engine aircraft was destroyed by the resulting fire.

Findings

All six individuals on board, including the pilot and the five tourists, sustained injuries during the crash. Among the occupants, two people were reported to have suffered serious injuries.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees located past the runway end during an attempted go-around procedure.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2007-06-30 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident near Matambwe, Tanzania?

A twin-engine charter flight crashed into trees during a landing attempt at Matambwe Airstrip, resulting in injuries to all six people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2007-06-30 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2007-06-30 involved a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, registration 5H-WAY, operated by Ilyas Aviation, at Matambwe, Tanzania.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees located past the runway end during an attempted go-around procedure.

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