A Precision Air flight yesterday (November 6) crash-landed into Lake Victoria in Tanzania. Of the 39 passengers and four crew on board, including one infant, 19 fatalities have now been confirmed.

The aircraft, an ATR42-500, was operating flight PW-494 from Dar es Salaam to Bukoba Airport when it encountered heavy rain. At 08h53, it crashed into the lake as it made a turn for the airport.

Please note that names of survivors and deceased have now been released. For anyone affected you may contact  the following phone number in Tanzania: 0786-300415

Info Center: Blue Sapphire Hotel in Dar es Salaam or ELCT Hotel in Bukoba

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