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Crash of a De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo near Mugumo

Date & Time: Jul 25, 2002
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Survivors:
Yes
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Crew on board:
7
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
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Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
The aircraft was engaged in a training mission when the crew encountered engine problems. The aircraft crash landed near Mugumo and was damaged beyond repair. All seven occupants escaped uninjured.
Probable cause:
Engine failure for unknown reasons.