Douglas DC-3 crash, Aug 31, 1992 (3 killed), Jamba
Douglas DC-3 accident on August 31, 1992 near Jamba, Cuando Cubango, Angola with 3 fatalities. Cause: The records point to the copilot acting as pilot...
- Date: August 31, 1992
- Aircraft: Douglas DC-3
- Location: Jamba, Cuando Cubango, Angola
- Fatalities: 3
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: The records point to the copilot acting as pilot in command and a possible spatial disorientation during liftoff. These points were not confirmed by an official report.
A Douglas DC-3 chartered by Professional Aviation Services banked right shortly after a night takeoff from Jamba, and its right wing struck trees. The aircraft lost height and crashed near the runway end. All three crew were killed and the 14 passengers were injured.