Accident
A twin-engine aircraft operating a cargo flight from Coron-Francisco B. Reyes Airport to Manila crashed into the slope of Mount Tagbao, located approximately 9 kilometers from the departure airport. The aircraft was carrying two pilots and a load of 700 kilograms of fish. While climbing in poor weather conditions, it struck the terrain. The wreckage was located a day later, and both pilots were killed.
Investigation
The investigation into the accident determined the probable cause. Officials examined the circumstances surrounding the flight, including weather conditions and the crew's actions.
Probable Cause
The official finding attributed the accident to controlled flight into terrain after the crew apparently suffered spatial disorientation while climbing in limited visibility due to low ceiling and heavy rain falls.