Accident Overview
On July 23, 2014, an ATR 72-212A, registered B-22810, operated by Transasia, departed from Kaohsiung International Airport bound for Magong Airport. The crew was directed by air traffic control to enter a holding pattern because reported visibility at the airfield was below VOR minima. Subsequently, the aircraft was vectored as visibility was reported at 1600 meters.
Approach and Impact
The crew initiated a VOR DME approach to runway 20 and began descent. Heavy showers were reported in the vicinity of the airfield during the final approach. The aircraft impacted trees located approximately 850 meters northeast of the runway axis. It then struck a block of houses around 730 meters east of the threshold of runway 20.
Investigation
The Aviation Safety Council of Taiwan is investigating the accident. All inquiries should be directed to the Aviation Safety Council at their provided contact information.