What happened
During a scheduled training mission departing from Kuala Lumpur-Subang Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control while performing its final approach to Butterworth Airbase. The aircraft drifted off its intended path and struck the perimeter fence of the airfield. The impact caused significant damage to the airframe, leaving the aircraft partially destroyed.
At the time of the accident, meteorological conditions were reported as being good. The incident resulted in one fatality among the crew, while the remaining three occupants sustained injuries during the crash.
Findings
- The aircraft lost control during the final approach phase of flight.
- The impact with the perimeter fence was a primary factor in the destruction of the aircraft.