On September 15, 2006, a PZL-Mielec AN-2 (registration 9Q-CXL) operated by Zaabu International was involved in an aviation accident near Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after departing from Bukavu-Kavumu Airport, resulting in two injuries.
What happened
An aviation accident occurred during the initial climb phase following departure from Bukavu-Kavumu Airport. The single engine aircraft experienced a sudden loss of altitude shortly after leaving the runway. During the descent, the aircraft impacted the ground, which triggered a post-crash fire.
Emergency responders were able to reach the wreckage and successfully extract all individuals on board. Of the five occupants involved in the accident, two individuals sustained injuries, while the remaining three were rescued without physical harm.
Findings
Information regarding the specific mechanical or operational reasons for the loss of altitude is currently unavailable.