1 fatality

Nighttime Crash of a Twin-Engine Aircraft at Mueda Airstrip (CR-AOC)

Mueda, MozambiqueLanding (descent or approach)

On March 29, 1974, a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 (registration CR-AOC) operated by Empresa de Transportes Aéreos de Porto Amélia (ETAPA) was involved in an aviation accident near Mueda, Mozambique during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft operated by ETAPA crashed during a nighttime final approach to Mueda Airstrip. The pilot, the sole occupant, was killed, and the aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire.

Incident Overview and Location Details A twin-engine aircraft crashed during a nighttime final approach to Mueda Airstrip. The specific circumstances leading to the crash were not identified in the available information. The aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire following the impact. ## Operator and Flight Context The aircraft was operated by Empresa de Transportes Aéreos de Porto Amélia (ETAPA). At the time of the accident, the pilot was completing a ferry flight from Porto Amélia. The pilot was the sole person on board and was killed in the incident. No other occupants were reported.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Mar 1974 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Mueda, Mozambique?

A twin-engine aircraft operated by ETAPA crashed during a nighttime final approach to Mueda Airstrip. The pilot, the sole occupant, was killed, and the aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Mar 1974 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Mar 1974 involved a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500, registration CR-AOC, operated by Empresa de Transportes Aéreos de Porto Amélia (ETAPA), at Mueda, Mozambique.