All passengers killed in South Sudan plane crash
A passenger plane crash in South Sudan has resulted in the deaths of all 14 people on board. The incident occurred near the capital, Juba, involving a Cessna 208 Caravan operated by CityLink Aviation, which was en route from Yei to Juba. Communication with the aircraft was lost approximately 30 minutes after takeoff, and it crashed about 20 kilometers from the capital. Among the victims were 12 South Sudanese and two Kenyan nationals, with initial reports suggesting that poor weather conditions may have contributed to the tragedy. Rescue operations are currently underway at the crash site.
A passenger plane crashed in South Sudan, killing all 14 people on board. According to the country's Civil Aviation Authority, the tragedy occurred near the city of Juba.
The Cessna 208 Caravan aircraft, owned by CityLink Aviation, was en route from the city of Yei to Juba. Approximately 30 minutes after takeoff, contact with the aircraft was lost, and it crashed 20 kilometers from the capital.
There were 13 passengers and one pilot on board. Among them were 12 South Sudanese and two Kenyan citizens. According to official data, all passengers died as a result of the crash.
Preliminary estimates suggest that poor weather conditions and low visibility may have caused the tragedy. Search and rescue operations are currently underway at the scene.
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