Fatal aircraft accident at Golgubip Airstrip

9 fatalities • Golgubip, Papua New Guinea • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed during its final approach to Golgubip Airstrip, resulting in nine fatalities and two serious injuries.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight to Golgubip Airstrip, a twin engine airplane experienced a sudden loss of stability. As the aircraft was on short final, it entered a left bank that caused the left wing to make contact with the ground. This impact led to a crash approximately 100 metres before reaching the runway threshold.

Impact and casualties

  • Total fatalities: nine
  • Total serious injuries: two

Of the individuals on board, the pilot and one passenger sustained serious injuries during the impact. The remaining nine occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground during a left bank while on short final approach.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-06-09 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Golgubip, Papua New Guinea?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed during its final approach to Golgubip Airstrip, resulting in nine fatalities and two serious injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-06-09 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-06-09 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration P2-SWA, operated by South West Air - PNG, at Golgubip, Papua New Guinea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground during a left bank while on short final approach.

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