Aircraft accident at Fane Airport

No fatalities • Fane, Papua New Guinea • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft sustained significant damage after striking the ground short of the runway threshold during its final approach at Fane Airport.

What happened

During the final approach to runway 19 at Fane Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of altitude. The aircraft impacted the ground a few meters before reaching the runway threshold. Following the impact, the plane came to a stop in an inverted position.

There were 12 injuries reported among the occupants of the aircraft. The impact resulted in the aircraft being a total loss.

Findings

  • The accident occurred on runway 19, which is characterized by a length of 1,480 meters and a 12-degree slope.
  • Due to the specific configuration of the airfield, operations for takeoff and landing are restricted to a single direction.
  • The aircraft lost height prior to reaching the runway threshold.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a loss of altitude during the final approach phase, leading to a ground impact short of the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1995-07-29 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Fane, Papua New Guinea?

A twin-engine aircraft sustained significant damage after striking the ground short of the runway threshold during its final approach at Fane Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 1995-07-29 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1995-07-29 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration P2-MBM, operated by Provincial Air Transport, at Fane, Papua New Guinea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a loss of altitude during the final approach phase, leading to a ground impact short of the runway.

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