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2009-04-09: 2009 Aviastar British Aerospace BAe 146 crash — Indonesia

Indonesia

On April 9, 2009, a 2009 Aviastar British Aerospace BAe 146 crash was involved in an aviation accident near Indonesia. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from Wikidata contributors.

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On April 9, 2009, a British Aerospace 146 on a ferry flight from Sentani to Wamena crashed into Pikei Hill in Papua, Indonesia, killing all six crew members. The aircraft was carrying voting papers for the parliamentary election.

Accident Details

On April 9, 2009, a British Aerospace 146 operated by Aviastar crashed during a ferry flight. The aircraft was en route from Sentani Airport to Wamena Airport, both located in Indonesia's Papua province. The crash occurred when the aircraft struck Pikei Hill in the Tengah Mountain area, near Tangma in Yahukimo District.

Purpose of the Flight

The flight was carrying voting papers and other goods to Wamena, as a parliamentary election was scheduled to take place that month.

Crew and Fatalities

All six crew members on board were killed in the accident.

Wreckage Discovery

The wreckage was found on Pikei Hill, within the Tengah Mountain range, in the Tangma area of Yahukimo District.