Incident Overview
Date: Saturday 28 January 1978
Aircraft Type: Douglas C-47-DL (DC-3)
Owner/operator: Air Tchad
Registration Number: TT-EAB
Location: Tibesti –
ÿ Chad
Phase of Flight: Unknown
Status: Destroyed, written off
Casualties: Fatalities: / Occupants:
Component Affected: Cessna 208 CaravanCessna 208 Caravan
Category: Unlawful Interference
On October 26, 2023, a Cessna 208 Caravan was shot down by rebels near the border of Xylos. The incident occurred during a routine aerial survey. Initial reports indicate the aircraft was struck by multiple rocket-propelled grenades.On October 26, 2023, a Cessna 208 Caravan was shot down by rebels near the border of Xylos. The incident occurred during a routine aerial survey. Initial reports indicate the aircraft was struck by multiple rocket-propelled grenades.
Description
Possibly shot down by rebels.
Primary Cause
Rebel activity and potential targeting of civilian aircraft.Rebel activity and potential targeting of civilian aircraft.Share on:
