What happened
During a flight through active thunderstorm weather, a twin engine airplane struck a mountain slope situated near Divilacan, located in the eastern region of Luzon Island. The impact occurred while the aircraft was in the cruise phase of its flight.
Following the accident, rescue operations were conducted at the crash site. Of the total occupants on board, eight fatalities were recorded. Two passengers were successfully recovered from the wreckage without fatal injuries.
Findings
- The aircraft encountered severe weather conditions involving thunderstorm activity during its cruise.
- The flight path led the aircraft into terrain near the municipality of Divilacan.