9 fatalities

Fatal Crash at Golgubip Airstrip (P2-SWA)

Golgubip, Papua New GuineaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 9, 1993, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration P2-SWA) operated by South West Air - PNG was involved in an aviation accident near Golgubip, Papua New Guinea during landing or approach. 9 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled and rolled to the left on final approach because its speed was insufficient. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed 100 meters short of the runway at Golgubip Airstrip after stalling and rolling left on final approach. Nine occupants were killed and two were seriously injured.

Incident Overview and Casualties During a short final approach to Golgubip Airstrip, a twin-engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The aircraft banked to the left, resulting in the left wing striking the ground. The plane subsequently crashed approximately 100 meters short of the runway threshold. The accident resulted in significant casualties: nine occupants were killed, while the pilot and one passenger sustained serious injuries. ## Official Findings and Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the accident was caused by the aircraft stalling and rolling to the left during the final approach. The primary factor identified was insufficient airspeed, which led to the stall and subsequent loss of control.