Fatal aircraft accident in Simbai Valley

4 fatalities • Bank, Papua New Guinea • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside during its initial climb from Bank Airstrip, resulting in the loss of all four people on board.

What happened

During a recent flight departing from Bank Airstrip, a twin engine aircraft encountered a fatal accident while navigating the Simbai Valley. Shortly after departing the airfield, the aircraft was in its climbing phase when it impacted a mountain slope. The collision occurred at a distance of approximately 5.3 km from the Bank Airfield.

Findings

  • The impact with the terrain occurred during the climb phase of flight.
  • There were four fatalities recorded among the occupants of the aircraft.
  • The accident took place in the vicinity of the Simbai Valley terrain.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope during its climb following takeoff.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-10-13 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Bank, Papua New Guinea?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside during its initial climb from Bank Airstrip, resulting in the loss of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-10-13 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-10-13 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration P2-HBE, operated by Heli Niugini, at Bank, Papua New Guinea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope during its climb following takeoff.

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