On September 16, 1981, a Rockwell Gulfstream 690C Jetprop 840 (registration ZS-KRS) operated by Ramaniko Trust was involved in an aviation accident near Parys, South Africa during landing or approach. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The engine failed during the final approach phase for undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine airplane crashed during its final approach to Parys Airport, resulting in the deaths of all five people on board.
What happened
During the final approach phase of flight at Parys Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The aircraft descended uncontrollably and struck the ground several hundred meters before reaching the runway threshold. Upon impact, the plane caught fire.
There were five fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board perished in the crash. No survivors were reported from the wreckage.
Findings
Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor was an engine failure occurring while the aircraft was on its final approach to the airport.
Probable cause
The engine failed during the final approach phase for undetermined reasons.