Wimbi Dira Airways

Safety profile and incident history for Wimbi Dira Airways.

Safety Score

9.9/10

Total Incidents

2

Total Fatalities

2

Recent Incidents

October 4, 2005 2 Fatalities

Antonov AN-12

Aru Ituri

The aircraft departed Kisangani on a flight to Bunia, carrying 96 soldiers and four crew members on behalf of the Congolese Army Forces. Upon landing at Aru Airstrip, the right main gear collapsed and the aircraft veered to the left and came to rest on the left side of the runway. Two soldiers were killed while walking into the still running propellers. Eleven people were injured.

Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)

Kalima Maniema

Upon landing at Kalima-Kakungwa Airport, the aircraft bounced several times. It went out of control, veered off runway and came to rest in a grassy area. There were no injuries but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Democratic Republic of Congo

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)1
Antonov AN-121