Aircraft crash in Sampit River during approach

4 fatalities • Sampit, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the Sampit River near Sampit Airport, resulting in four fatalities and five survivors.

What happened

During the final approach to Sampit Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of control. The flight path deviated from its intended course, leading to an impact within the Sampit River, located a short distance from the airfield.

Following the crash, rescue efforts were able to locate several individuals from the aircraft. The incident resulted in four fatalities, while five other occupants were successfully pulled from the wreckage and rescued.

Findings

The specific circumstances leading to the loss of control during the approach phase have not yet been detailed in the available reports.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-02-24 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Sampit, Indonesia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the Sampit River near Sampit Airport, resulting in four fatalities and five survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-02-24 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-02-24 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration PK-VIR, operated by Dirgantara Air Service, at Sampit, Indonesia.

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