Accident
On September 20, 2014, at 0935 local time, a DeHavilland DHC-6 300 aircraft, registration P2-KSF, collided with steep, jungle-covered terrain just below the summit of Mount Lawes in Papua New Guinea. The aircraft was operated by Hevilift under the civil regulations of the Government of Papua New Guinea.
Injuries and Damage
The collision resulted in fatal injuries to both pilots and two passengers. One passenger sustained serious injuries, while four passengers received minor injuries. The aircraft was substantially damaged.
Operator and Aircraft
The aircraft was operated by Hevilift, a company operating under Papua New Guinea civil regulations. The specific details of the flight's origin, destination, and purpose were not included in the released information.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Papua New Guinea, through the Papua New Guinea Accident Investigation Commission. The report released is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of Papua New Guinea. Further information about the accident may be obtained from the Papua New Guinea Accident Investigation Commission.
Aftermath
The accident site on Mount Lawes is steep and jungle-covered. The aircraft was found substantially damaged. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision is ongoing, with no probable cause stated in the released information.