2 fatalities

Aircraft Overran Runway at Begesin Airstrip (P2-NAM)

Begesin, Papua New GuineaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 22, 1995, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration P2-NAM) operated by Islands Nationair was involved in an aviation accident near Begesin, Papua New Guinea during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot diverted from Madang to Begesin Airport for an unknown reason. On final approach, the aircraft landed too far down the runway, overran, and crashed in a ravine, killing the pilot and a passenger.

Incident Overview and Diversion Decision During an approach to Bundi Airport on a flight originating from Madang, the pilot elected to divert to Begesin Airport. The source does not specify the reason for this diversion. The aircraft was subsequently on final approach to Begesin Airstrip when the incident occurred. ## Approach and Runway Overrun On final approach to Begesin Airstrip, the pilot extended the approach and landed too far down the runway. The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining distance, resulting in a runway overrun. The aircraft crashed in a ravine following the overrun. ## Casualties The accident resulted in the deaths of the pilot and one passenger.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Dec 1995 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Begesin, Papua New Guinea?

A pilot diverted from Madang to Begesin Airport for an unknown reason. On final approach, the aircraft landed too far down the runway, overran, and crashed in a ravine, killing the pilot and a passenger.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Dec 1995 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Dec 1995 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration P2-NAM, operated by Islands Nationair, at Begesin, Papua New Guinea.