Fatal crash during approach at Libreville-Léon Mba Airport

8 fatalities • Libreville, Gabon • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed short of the runway while approaching Libreville-Léon Mba Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the final approach phase to Libreville-Léon Mba Airport, an aircraft impacted the ground before reaching the runway threshold. The collision resulted in a post-crash fire that consumed the airframe. There were eight fatalities among the occupants of the plane.

Findings

Investigations into the accident indicate that the crew was operating at an insufficient altitude during the descent. The primary factor in the crash was the failure to maintain proper altitude while approaching the airfield, which led to the aircraft striking the terrain short of the landing strip.

Probable cause

The crew failed to monitor and maintain a safe altitude during the approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1977-04-02 Tupolev TU-134 accident near Libreville, Gabon?

An aircraft crashed short of the runway while approaching Libreville-Léon Mba Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1977-04-02 Tupolev TU-134 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1977-04-02 involved a Tupolev TU-134, registration YU-AJS, operated by Aviogenex, at Libreville, Gabon.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew failed to monitor and maintain a safe altitude during the approach to the runway.

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