On January 2, 2017, a Cessna 406 Caravan (registration 5H-WOW) operated by Air Excel was involved in an aviation accident near Sasakwa, Tanzania during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during the takeoff phase, leading to a crash and subsequent fire. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed and caught fire during takeoff from Sasakwa Airfield, resulting in injuries to all occupants.
What happened
During the takeoff roll from runway 12/30 at Sasakwa Airfield, a twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of control. The aircraft subsequently crashed, and the impact resulted in the vehicle bursting into flames. The wreckage was completely destroyed by the fire.
All six individuals on board sustained injuries during the accident. While the exact nature of the wounds was not specified, some of the occupants were reported to have suffered serious injuries.
Findings
The aircraft became uncontrollable during the initial phase of flight.
The impact led to a post-crash fire that consumed the entire airframe.
Probable cause
The aircraft lost control during the takeoff phase, leading to a crash and subsequent fire.
