On March 30, 2005, a PZL-Mielec AN-28 (registration 3C-ZZY) operated by Gran Propeller - Victoria Air was involved in an aviation accident near Kampene, Democratic Republic of Congo during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure for unknown reasons. 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.
An aircraft suffered an engine failure shortly after takeoff from Kampene Airport, leading to a crash that killed both pilots and one passenger and seriously injured another. The aircraft had been parked for nearly two years without flying and was sent without required maintenance.
Incident Details
Shortly after taking off from Kampene Airport, during the initial climb phase, one of the aircraft's engines ceased functioning. This led to a loss of altitude, and the aircraft subsequently crashed. The accident resulted in the loss of life of both pilots and one passenger, while the second passenger was seriously injured.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation concluded that the probable cause of the accident was an engine failure, although the precise reason for the failure could not be determined. The report also noted that the aircraft had been parked in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for nearly two years without any flight activity. It was sent to Kampene to collect cargo without having undergone the required maintenance procedures.