Cessna 172P accident near Trunojoyo Airport

1 fatality • Sumenep, Indonesia, Indonesia

A student pilot was killed when their aircraft collided with terrain shortly after takeoff in Sumenep, Indonesia.

What happened

On September 19, 2014, at 06:36 UTC, a Cessna 172P, registration PK-MSN, was involved in an accident near Trunojoyo Airport in Sumenep, Indonesia. The aircraft, which was operated by Merpati Pilot School, collided with terrain during the initial climb phase shortly after departing the airport.

The sole occupant of the aircraft, a student pilot, sustained 1 fatal injury. The impact resulted in the destruction of the airplane.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Sep 2014 CESSNA 172 - P P accident near Sumenep, Indonesia, Indonesia?

A student pilot was killed when their aircraft collided with terrain shortly after takeoff in Sumenep, Indonesia.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Sep 2014 CESSNA 172 - P P accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Sep 2014 involved a CESSNA 172 - P P, at Sumenep, Indonesia, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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