Incident Overview
Date: Friday 25 April 2003
Aircraft Type: Antonov An-26
Owner/operator: Unknown
Location: Beni Airport (BNC) –
ÿ Congo (Democratic Republic)
Phase of Flight: Landing
Status: Substantial
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 10
Component Affected: Antonov AircraftAntonov Aircraft
Category: Accident
An Antonov aircraft carrying passengers and cargo attempted a nighttime landing in Beni, Kasai, but ended up outside the runway due to insufficient lighting. The crew fled the scene, and soldiers looted the airplane, resulting in the harm of two European-looking passengers who were presumed to be the crew.An Antonov aircraft carrying passengers and cargo attempted a nighttime landing in Beni, Kasai, but ended up outside the runway due to insufficient lighting. The crew fled the scene, and soldiers looted the airplane, resulting in the harm of two European-looking passengers who were presumed to be the crew.
Description
The aircraft, carrying passengers and cargo was on a flight from Kinshasa to Beni. The crew tried to land in Beni at night, despite insufficient lighting at the airport. The Antonov ended up outside the runway, sustaining substantial damage. The crew members reportedly ran from the scene. Soldiers who were supposed to guard the airport looted the airplane and thrashed the only two European-looking passengers supposing them to be the crew.
Primary Cause
Insufficient lighting at the airport.Insufficient lighting at the airport.Share on:
