Fatal aircraft accident near Tabubil

7 fatalities • Tabubil, Papua New Guinea • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside southeast of Tabubil during flight in adverse weather, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a flight through unfavorable weather conditions, a twin-engine aircraft collided with the side of a mountain. The impact occurred at a location situated approximately 54 km southeast of Tabubil. Following the collision, search efforts located the debris field a few hours after the incident.

All seven people on board the aircraft, including the crew and passengers, perished in the crash. There were no survivors found at the wreckage site.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in poor weather conditions at the time of the accident.
  • The flight path led the aircraft into the slope of a mountain.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying through adverse weather conditions.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-11-22 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Tabubil, Papua New Guinea?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside southeast of Tabubil during flight in adverse weather, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-11-22 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-11-22 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration P2-SWC, operated by South West Air - PNG, at Tabubil, Papua New Guinea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying through adverse weather conditions.

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