Piper PA-31-350 crash near Bontang, Indonesia

4 fatalities • Bontang, Indonesia, Indonesia

A Piper PA-31-350 crashed into a mountain near Bontang, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

On August 24, 2012, at 0551 UTC, a Piper PA-31-350 operated by PT. Intan Angkasa Air Service collided with Mt. Tundung Mayang near Bontang, Indonesia. The aircraft, registration PK-IWH, struck the mountain at an elevation of 1,300 feet. The accident resulted in 4 fatal injuries, involving the pilot and three passengers. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The investigation

The investigation into the accident falls under the jurisdiction of the Government of Indonesia.

Probable cause

No probable cause was provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Aug 2012 PIPER PA31 350 accident near Bontang, Indonesia, Indonesia?

A Piper PA-31-350 crashed into a mountain near Bontang, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Aug 2012 PIPER PA31 350 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Aug 2012 involved a PIPER PA31 350, operated by PT. Intan Angkasa Air Service, at Bontang, Indonesia, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was provided in the source material.

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