Antonov AN-32 crash, Apr 16, 2008 (11 killed), Annobón Is...
Antonov AN-32 accident on April 16, 2008 near Annobón Island, Annobón Province, Equatorial Guinea with 11 fatalities. Cause: Loss of control during the...
- Date: April 16, 2008
- Aircraft: Antonov AN-32
- Location: Annobón Island, Annobón Province, Equatorial Guinea
- Fatalities: 11
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Loss of control during the approach in poor weather with strong winds and heavy rain. No official investigation report was located.
An Antonov An-32 carrying officials on an election tour from Bata to Annobon Island was approaching the island in heavy rain and strong winds. The crew lost control and the aircraft came down in the sea. Early reports cited four bodies recovered, while the BAAA database lists 11 fatalities.