Fatal aircraft accident near Sampit

17 fatalities • Sampit, Indonesia • Flight

An aircraft crashed in a mountainous region near Sampit after the crew attempted to avoid adverse weather conditions.

What happened

While approaching Sampit, the flight crew encountered unfavorable weather conditions. In response to the deteriorating visibility or atmospheric conditions, the captain elected to perform a go-around procedure. The intention was to enter a holding pattern to allow the weather to clear before attempting a final approach.

The aircraft remained in a holding pattern over the vicinity for approximately three hours. During this period of maneuvering, the aircraft crashed into a mountainous area situated a short distance from Sampit. There were no survivors of the impact, as all 17 occupants on board perished in the accident.

Findings

  • The crew attempted to wait out the weather via a holding circuit.
  • The accident occurred during the holding phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed in mountainous terrain following a prolonged period of holding due to poor weather.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-10-25 Britten-Norman Trislander accident near Sampit, Indonesia?

An aircraft crashed in a mountainous region near Sampit after the crew attempted to avoid adverse weather conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-10-25 Britten-Norman Trislander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 17 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-10-25 involved a Britten-Norman Trislander, registration PK-KTC, operated by Bali International Air Service, at Sampit, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed in mountainous terrain following a prolonged period of holding due to poor weather.

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