On June 1, 2007, a Short 330 (registration JW9036) operated by Tanzania Peoples Defence Forces was involved in an aviation accident near Dodoma, Tanzania during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The simultaneous failure of both engines during the approach phase led to the emergency landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced a dual engine failure while approaching Dodoma Airport, resulting in an emergency landing in a nearby field.
What happened
During the final approach phase to Dodoma Airport, the aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines. In response to the dual engine failure, the pilot executed an emergency descent into a cornfield situated in the vicinity of the Kizota district.
As the aircraft contacted the ground, the nose landing gear collapsed. The impact caused the plane to slide for several dozen meters across the terrain before the movement ceased. While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, there were no fatalities. All 13 occupants on board were able to evacuate the wreckage and sustained only minor injuries.
Findings
The primary factor in the incident was the simultaneous failure of both engines during the approach to the airfield.
Probable cause
The simultaneous failure of both engines during the approach phase led to the emergency landing.