Accident Summary
On an on-demand taxi flight from Bergen to Dagali, a twin-engine aircraft carrying eight passengers and two pilots crashed during the final approach to Dagali Airport. The accident occurred at night in poor weather conditions, with clouds at 1,200 feet and visibility near minima. The aircraft impacted hilly, snowy terrain approximately 5 kilometers short of runway 26. Both pilots and one passenger were killed, while the remaining seven occupants sustained injuries.
Flight Details
The flight was a visual approach to Dagali Airport. The crew did not realize that their altitude was too low until the aircraft struck the terrain. The accident site was located in a hilly, snow-covered area.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the probable cause was the crew's failure to adhere to published procedures and their decision to continue a visual approach in difficult conditions. Contributing factors included: poor weather conditions and limited visibility; the captain's multiple roles (General Manager, Operations Manager, Instructor, flight manager, and board member) which created a conflict of interest in safety reporting; insufficient crew training; and lack of crew coordination during the final stage of the flight.